Pep Guardiola has offered up a supposed “apology” for his criticism of debutant referee Farai Hallam, but the apology was half-hearted at best.Photo by Carl Recine/Getty ImagesPep Guardiola went

Pressure on Pep, Haaland's form, Guimarães absence and more talking points ahead of the Carabao Cup semifinal.

PEP GUARDIOLA says he is sorry if he offended rookie ref Farai Hallam on Saturday – but insists he will continue to defend his club. The Manchester City boss was furious with the official for

Pep Guardiola apologised to Farai Hallam for his pointed remarks at the official on the weekend but insisted he was justified in pointing out the many instances in which big decisions have gone against Manchester City.

In the aftermath of Manchester City's 2-2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, Pep Guardiola was furious at the fact that Dominic Solanke's first strike of the evening was allowed to stand as he insisted the striker fouled Marc Guehi and fans have reacted to the City manager's chaotic post-match interview.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has vowed to keep speaking out on humanitarian issues because of the "hurt" caused to the victims of global conflicts.