Following a 2-1 win against Newcastle and five consecutive victories across all competitions, Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola has encouraged his players to disconnect from the pressure of the title race. Currently two points behind Arsenal, Guardiola told his squad: 'The best thing you can do these days to cheer yourselves up is to drink many caipirinhas and daiquiris. Enjoy life and then do three good training sessions before going to Leeds.'
The Spanish coach, who has often drawn inspiration from Johan Cruyff, referenced the Dutch legend's famous advice before Barcelona's first European Cup final in 1992: 'Go out and enjoy.' Guardiola believes this approach of enjoying life before returning to focus on training is the best method for his team.