Anfield 'toughest opponent' for Guardiola & City

PEP GUARDIOLA admits Liverpool remains the toughest destination for his Manchester City team as he prepares for their latest trip to Anfield.

- By IAN DOYLE

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And the City boss is crossing his fingers over the availability of a number of key players ahead of tomorrow’s clash.

City make the short journey down the East Lancs Road aiming to keep in touch with Premier League leaders Arsenal.

However, a home victory would see Liverpool close the gap on the second-placed team to five points and blow open the battle for Champions League qualification.

City still haven’t won at Anfield in front of supporters since a Nicolas Anelka brace earned them a 2-1 triumph in May 2003.