Premier League: Manchester City up for scrap, says Pep Guardiola after win at Aston Villa as title race heats up

Premier League: While Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel conceded they were lucky to win at Watford, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said his team is ready for the title scrap amid the heated up race for the league title.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said the defending champions are ready for the title scrap after clinching a hard-fought win at Aston Villa in their Premier League match on Wednesday. Goals from Ruben Dias and Bernardo Silva helped City clinch 3 crucial points and keep pace with league leaders Chelsea.

Manchester City are currently at the 2nd spot with 32 points, one less than leaders Chelsea who pulled of a 2-1 win at Watford on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Liverpool also closed the gap at the top with a 4-1 demolition of Everton in their derby match away from home.