Manchester City warmed up for their mouth-watering Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain by thrashing Ipswich 6-0 on Sunday, but Pep Guardiola is dealing with a number of absences

On the eve of the crucial duel against Manchester City for Paris Saint-Germain's chances of European survival in the Champions League, the club from the French capital has adopted a new strategy: serenity in the face of the abyss.

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola sought to take some of the pressure off his side coming into Wednesday's crunch Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain, playing down the possible impact of a defeat in the French capital.

Manchester City will face PSG in a critical UEFA Champions League league phase tomorrow night. It’s a must-win game for Pep Guardiola’s side as they aim to pick up a victory that will help ensure they finish in the top 24 of the league phase standings.