Overview
- Rayan Cherki set up Phil Foden with a rabona cross to cap Manchester City's 3-0 victory over Sunderland.
- The result cut the gap to Premier League leaders Arsenal to two points.
- Pep Guardiola drew a comparison to Lionel Messi focused on executing simple actions with flawless technique.
- Guardiola warned that Cherki must master the basics now or risk future problems.
- He noted the rabona was not a coached instruction, stressing that players must make their own decisions on the pitch.