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Man City manager Guardiola lauds 'exceptional' Leeds winger Raphinha

Leeds United star Raphinha earned praise from Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola after the two sides met on Saturday.

The Whites shocked City by winning 2-1 at the Etihad.

"Yes, he ran two times, no more than that," Guardiola said of Raphinha.

"Of course he is a weapon. He is an exceptional player with good pace.

"Every player under Marcelo is getting better and he played a good game."

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