MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Pep Guardiola offered a warning then a “big hug” to Fabio Capello in response to the Italian’s comments that the Manchester City manager is arrogant and “ruined” the game in Italy because of his era-defining style of play.

Pep Guardiola has responded to Fabio Capello’s claim that the Man City boss is “arrogant” and has “done tremendous damage to football”. The Citizens have not had the best of seasons but Guardiola is still seen by many as one of the best managers to have ever lived.

Pep Guardiola has fired back at Fabio Capello after the Italian legend branded the Manchester City boss "arrogant" and accused him of causing "tremendous damage to football."