Manchester City moved 12 points clear at the top of the Premier League table on Wednesday evening thanks to a 2-0 win against Brentford but Pep Guardiola's side had to work for it.
The Blues showed that patience really is a virtue as they repeatedly probed a resolute and compact Brentford defence but, in the end, a mistimed challenge and a mistake from the goalkeeper allowed Riyad Mahrez and Kevin De Bruyne to seal the win.
However, his side's ability to patiently find a way through well-organised opposition was not the only aspect of the performance that pleased Guardiola. One particular moment from his Belgian maestro showed everyone the quality most important in this City side.
