Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp declared Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is unquestionably "the best coach in the world" as he heaped praise on his arch-rival in the Premier League title race.
Just one point separates City and the Reds at the top of the table ahead of this Sunday's mammoth encounter at the Etihad. Guardiola's side can extend their lead to a commanding four points with victory but their visitors are brimming with confidence after 10 consecutive league wins.
The Spaniard and his counterpart are widely regarded as two of the greatest active managers thanks to their remarkable, trophy-laden careers. However, Klopp suggested he does not view himself on the same level as Guardiola by claiming nobody can "doubt" the former Barcelona and Bayern Munich boss.
