Tottenham vs Manchester City: Manuel Pellegrini unwilling to discuss City future

Tottenham 0 Manchester City 1

Mauricio Pochettino and Manuel Pellegrini watch the action at White Hart Lane (Getty Images)

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini praised the football on show as his side beat Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 at White Hart Lane.

The City boss had to watch on as Chelsea secured the Premier League title earlier in the afternoon before delivering his team talk.

But the Chilean is optimistic for the future, if he keeps his job, and took the time to remind people that City kept a clean-sheet at the same ground where Jose Mourinho's men conceded five goals earlier in the campaign.

"I said before we were going to see a beautiful game because both teams play offensive football so I expect the fans enjoyed the game," he said.

"It was a close game and Sergio scored a great goal so I am happy about that.

"You must remember against Tottenham that Chelsea conceded five goals, we have a clean sheet. Tottenham create chances with offensive players, but I think we have as many chances as Tottenham. We have to finish the season now and then we will analyse it.

"I think it's important to finish as near the top as possible and see where we need to improve. Maybe Chelsea are more consistent this year and they won the league but we scored more when we did it."

When asked about his future at the Etihad, however, the former Real Madrid manager was less willing to speak.

"I'm not going to answer that question."

This victory all but guarantees last season's champions a place in the Champions League spots.