Man City's destiny in their hands, says Guardiola

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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admitted at the post-match press conference following his side's 4-0 win over Fulham on Saturday that "their destiny is in their hands" as they fight for another Premier League title.

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Pep Guardiola's side are two wins away from lifting an unprecedented fourth successive English title after a commanding display at Craven Cottage.
Now two points clear of second-placed Arsenal, City will look for a favour from their arch rivals Manchester United, who host the Gunners on Sunday. If Arsenal fail to win at Old Trafford, City will be crowned champions if they beat Tottenham on Tuesday or West Ham in their final game on May 19.
"Gvardiol's goals were absolutely unexpected. He is unbelievable with both feet," Guardiola said. "We played really well and now we recover, then come back to London to play the big final (against Tottenham) to try to retain our title."
Regardless of Arsenal's remaining results against United and Everton, City know two more victories will make it a remarkable six titles in the last seven seasons.
"The great players enjoy playing with great pressure. These players in the last few years have been able to do it and we are again in the latter stages," Guardiola said. "Our dream was to arrive in the last games with it in our hands, to play West Ham at home with the destiny belonging to us."
Asked why he was wearing a jumper in the searing west London heat, the superstitious Guardiola added: "I used this outfit many times so we keep it as it is. Even if it is 45 degrees!"
Guardiola had labelled the Fulham game as the first of four "finals" for City as they aim to clinch the title and then beat Manchester United in the FA Cup final.

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