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The City boss confessed feeling "shame" following a confrontation with a camera operator subsequent to the Citizens' 2-1 defeat at Newcastle on Saturday.

When the match concluded, an emotional Guardiola stepped onto the field and engaged in intense talks with match official Sam Barrott and Magpies midfielder Bruno Guimarães, while also handling the broadcast crew's equipment.

"I said sorry," the manager remarked. "I feel embarrassed, ashamed, looking back. I don’t like it. I immediately apologized to the cameraman. I am who I am. After 1,000 games I'm far from perfect, I make huge mistakes."

"What is for sure, I defend any team and my club, that’s for sure. The reason why I support my squad is clear – based on my career to clinch the title we have to do 100 points, 98 points, otherwise we don’t win it."

City's Position and Manager's Take

City are third and are seven behind the Gunners following their fourth loss this campaign. "Losing four games out of 12 we have to improve a lot," he conceded. "Technically, we can to win everything."

The manager was asked if this meant the quadruple could be achieved, he responded: "You are an experienced journalist, have you ever heard me about the quadruple last winter during our historic run? Never."

Interaction with Guimarães

Regarding his confrontation with Guimarães, the coach explained: "I've known him a long time and post-match, even at the Etihad, we converse. We often meet and I always have a good relationship. I love it. I’m an emotional guy, I love to talk and gesticulate."

Guardiola would not be concerned if an opposition manager addressed his squad immediately after a game. "Not if it's respectful as I do, it’s not a problem," he noted, mentioning the referee. "The referee was involved for 95 minutes, 98 minutes, constantly. My God, he was involved."

Controversial Decisions

City were unhappy that the officials denied a spot-kick for a Fabian Schär challenge on Phil Foden, while they also questioned if Guimarães was offside on Barnes' goal the decisive strike. Pictures published later indicate the Brazilian was onside.

Next Big Match

Guardiola will take charge of his 100th Champions League game versus Leverkusen on Tuesday. "It’s quite good, showing we compete annually," he commented.

The club has ten points from four matches in the group, while Leverkusen have five.