Pep Guardiola insisted he played no part in the decision that saw Omar Marmoush take a vital FA Cup final penalty against Crystal Palace instead of Erling Haaland. City’s last chance of silverware this season evaporated at Wembley after Eberechi Eze’s 16th minute goal ultimately proved the difference between the two sides.

The Premier League powerhouse, which finished 18 points behind champion Liverpool, gets a shot at salvation in Saturday’s FA Cup final against Crystal Palace

Manchester City fans are jubilant as Pep Guardiola confirms Erling Haaland's return from an ankle injury ahead of the FA Cup final against Crystal Palace. Haaland's availability is a significant boost for City's quest for cup glory.