Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola hailed Fernandinho and Riyad Mahrez after victory over Burnley.

Both players struck in the 5-0 rout.

In praising Mahrez, the City manager said: “In Anfield, he played so good… that's why he played today.

“He played with personality. Only the takers can miss a penalty. He scored a great goal, but the assists he created, how aggressive he was, was so good.

“Riyad made a good performance. We knew he was a talented player. He's a guy who likes to play with the ball. He goes to the byline, can score with left or right.

“He's a good signing for us."

The City manager was equally full of praise for Brazilian midfielder Fernandinho.

Pep has previously described the Brazilian as a 'gift' and he claimed the 32-year-old's display this afternoon was his best yet this season.

“Fernandinho in the period we are together, he is so important for us. No doubt about that," Pep added.

“Today he was clever, his body shape, every time he received the ball he was ready for it. He was incredible – extraordinary."