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Man City captain Fernandinho: Every game a Cup final

Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho admits every game feels like a cup final for his teammates.

The Sky Blues claimed a comeback 2-1 win over Aston Villa on Wednesday, taking to them within three wins of the Premier League title.

With the Carabao Cup final on Sunday and Champions League semi-finals next week, Fernandinho is delighted with how his teammates are embracing the pressure.

"The guys were amazing, Phil (Foden), Gundo (Gundogan), Oleks (Zinchenko), Riyad (Mahrez), Kyle (Walker), everyone on the pitch was amazing," Fernandinho said after the game.

"I'm so pleased for everyone and so happy because winning a game that way shows the character and personality of the team.

"We showed the fans we want to be champions as soon as possible.

"All the games are going to be a final for us, today was another one.

"On Sunday we have another one and then Wednesday, a Champions League one as well.

"All the guys know that and we go every game for that, try to win every game."

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