Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has explained the influence of the supporters in midweek.

The German knows that his side must be at their best if they are to reach the Champions League quarter finals.

City are locked 1-1 with RB Leipzig after the first leg of their round of 16 clash away from home.

“Our fans are always amazing. Home and away, they are always with us," the City skipper told reporters

“They can really play their part on Tuesday night. In a close game, they can be the decisive factor.

“There is no better feeling than playing an important match at the Etihad with our fans and we are all excited to get out there and play with them right behind us."