By Lehlohonolo Lehana.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says derogatory chants about Phil Foden’s mother from Manchester United fans showed “a lack of class”.
Foden was targeted by insulting chants during the first half of the Premier League match.
“Lack of class. But it’s not United, it’s the people, you know?” said Guardiola.
“We are so exposed, people who are on the screen in world football – managers, owners, and football players especially.
“Honestly, I don’t understand the mind of the people involving the mum of Phil. It’s a lack of integrity, class, and they should be ashamed.”
The outcome of the game means City remain fifth in the Premier League, a point behind Chelsea in fourth, with United back in 13th.
Seventh-place Newcastle, who are two points behind the reigning champions having played two games fewer, can climb above City into the fifth spot by winning away to relegation-threatened Leicester City on Monday.
Despite the risk of missing out on the Champions League, Guardiola said he is not concerned about the team’s qualification prospects.
“Nothing,” Guardiola said when asked his thoughts about finishing in the top five. “All that is important is our next game, against Crystal Palace.