Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he's learning about himself in this season's title battle.

Guardiola took City to the Premier League by 19 points last term, and his three La Liga titles and three Bundesligas were all won from the front. This time he needs to overhaul Liverpool to be the first boss since Sir Alex Ferguson a decade ago to retain the title.

Guardiola said: “I'd prefer it to be like last season! But this is a new experience and a new challenge for me and the team.

“I believe in the team. I love them, I like them, I trust in them.

“It is an important week. Arsenal, then Everton , then Chelsea . It is so complicated. At this stage, after every game, you are either closer or further away from your dream."