Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola refused to be drawn on the significance of his side's four-point lead over Liverpool in the Premier League table.
The current champions have got their campaign off to a flying start with two wins in their opening two games. The Reds, however, are without a victory following draws against Fulham and Crystal Palace.
Jurgen Klopp 's side now sit four points behind their rivals in the table heading into this weekend's round of fixtures. City travel to face Newcastle on Sunday, while Liverpool are away at Manchester United on Monday night.
