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'He played MORE than well': Pep Guardiola hails Kalvin Phillips after midfielder impressed in Man City's three-goal win at Bristol City... as he insists 'we will need him' in the business end of the season despite lacking 'rhythm' after injury nightmare

Pep Guardiola was full of praise for Kalvin Phillips after Manchester City's win at Bristol City on Tuesday night despite admitting the midfielder still needs 'rhythm' following his return from injury.

Phillips impressed for City as they cruised into the FA Cup quarter-finals, with Phil Foden's brace and a Kevin de Bruyne strike wrapping up a comfortable 3-0 victory in Bristol.

It was a huge step forward for the England international, whose debut season at the Etihad has been marred by injury problems, and Guardiola insisted he 'played more than well' at Ashton Gate.