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The City boss confessed feeling "shame" following an exchange with a TV crew member in the wake of the Citizens' 2-1 defeat at Newcastle on Saturday.

At full time, a visibly upset Guardiola entered the St James’ Park pitch and had heated discussions with match official Sam Barrott and Newcastle’s Bruno Guimarães, while also handling the headphones of the camera operator.

"I apologised," the manager remarked. "I feel embarrassed, ashamed, looking back. I don’t like it. I apologised after one second to the operator. That's just me. After 1,000 games I'm far from perfect, I make huge mistakes."

"What is for sure, I stand by my team and club, without a doubt. Why I support my squad is no doubt – based on my career to win the Premier League we have to do 100 points, 98 points, or we fall short."

City's Position and Manager's Take

The team sits in third and trail leaders Arsenal by seven points after what was their fourth league defeat of the season. "Losing four games out of 12 means we must do better," Guardiola admitted. "Mathematically, it’s possible still achieve all."

The manager was asked about a potential quadruple could be achieved, he responded: "As a seasoned reporter, did you hear my talk about the quadruple last winter during our historic run? No."

Interaction with Guimarães

On the subject of his talk with Guimarães, Guardiola said: "We have known Bruno a long time and post-match, even at the Etihad, we converse. Our paths always cross and we get along well. I enjoy it. I'm passionate, I like discussing and move my hands."

Guardiola would not be concerned if an opposition manager addressed his squad immediately after a game. "Not if you talk with respect like I always have done, it’s not a problem," he said, mentioning the referee. "He was part of it for 95 minutes, 98 minutes, he was involved. My God, very much so."

Controversial Decisions

The team felt aggrieved that the officials denied a spot-kick for a Fabian Schär challenge on Phil Foden, and doubted Bruno's positioning when Harvey Barnes scored Newcastle’s 70th-minute winner. Pictures published later indicate the Brazilian was onside.

Upcoming Milestone

He will manage of his 100th Champions League game versus Leverkusen on Tuesday. "That's impressive, showing we compete annually," he said.

City have 10 points from four matches in the group, and Leverkusen hold five.