Video: Pep Guardiola aims thinly-veiled dig at Man United

However, the interim head coach warned against over-celebrating the achievement, insisting that full focus should remain on finishing as high as possible in the Premier League table.

In a subsequent interview, Casemiro reiterated this stance, indicating that United should always aim to fight for the biggest trophies rather than being satisfied with just being in the Champions League.

Ahead of City’s meeting with Brentford, Guardiola spoke to reporters and fired a subtle swipe at United.

Guardiola’s dig

Defending his side’s record this season, the Spaniard said, “We are in the final and we qualified for the Champions League four or five fixtures before.”

“Look how happy they are, United. They qualified in their last game against…”

“Who was their last game, Brentford? Who did they beat? Liverpool.”

“They won the points against Liverpool that they needed to be in the Champions League. Look how happy they are.”

United are next in action later this afternoon when they face Sunderland at the Stadium of Light. Kick-off is at 15:00 BST.

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