Pep Guardiola admits Phil Foden was ‘grumpy’ after the substitution against Real Madrid, claims ‘Etihad will be sold out’ next week

It was a knock. He was grumpy with me because I made the substitution but he scored a fantastic goal. Pep Guardiola said in a post-match interview

The City boss will be feeling confident as his side have all to play for at the Etihad. With just eight days to go, both sides will be feeling the pressure, having both been named as favorites to lift the title this season.

Man City boss feeling confident of home support ahead of second leg clash

Manchester City were held to a 3-3 draw after an exhilarating 90 minutes at the Santiago Bernabeu. The Cityzens led the game both at the start as well as in the second half of the match. Despite brilliant goals from Phil Foden and Josko Gvardiol, a late stunner from Federico Valverde meant that either side shared the spoils on the night. Pep Guardiola appeared to be confident when talking of the return leg at the Etihad, just over a week later.

It will not be like last season, but we have our people. It (Etihad) will be sold out and we need their energy for the full 90 minutes to try and beat the king of this competition. They will score one goal, that's for sure. Pep Guardiola said in a post-match interview

City were brilliant last season, as they dismantled Real Madrid 5-1 on aggregate. If the first leg can be seen as a prelude for what’s to come, fans can expect fireworks at the Etihad. City will most likely have Kevin De Bruyne fit to face the Los Blancos. Guardiola clarified that the Belgian was not ‘ready’ to start the game and hence, had to sit on the bench.