Football News : Guardiola - Team harmony is key to UCL success

Pep Guardiola says he is well aware of the importance of the Champions League to Manchester City.

The Catalan was appointed at the Etihad back in 2016 but a Champions League win has continued to elude him since joining City.

Last season City reached the final but were beaten 1-0 by Chelsea.

To do better than last season is not easy. Yeah, we are excited and happy to again be in this competition at this stage. I know the importance of the Champions League, we cannot deny it, said the City manager.

Guardiola's side take on Sporting in the first leg of their last 16 tie on Tuesday.