Three Man City stars showed decline in Leicester win - Pep Guardiola must trust in youth Game number 500 in charge of Manchester City, win number 355, and one that will mean as much to Pep Guardiola as most in that monumental tally of victories.
But privately, Guardiola will know that this is a City side that bears only a passing resemblance to the ones that brought Guardiola the remarkable collection of trophies during his 500-match tenure.
Kevin de Bruyne played a part in both goals and there are plenty of moments when he reminds you he is a class act, his first-time pass to Phil Foden in the build-up to Savinho’s opener being one of them.
Perhaps he could start by putting more trust in 22-year-old James McAtee, whose involvement in Manchester City’s second goal was sublime.
And Guardiola’s men probably just about deserved what was only their second win in 14 matches.
