Guardiola cries, proof that Klopp is still Europe's best manager

Manchester City and United played out one of the most exciting FA Cup Finals in recent years. The Sky Blue eventually prevailed 2-1 against the Red Devils with Ilkay Gündogan the key player of the match. A thrilling start The excitement was not long in coming at Wembley Stadium, as with just 12 seconds on the clock, Ilkay Gündogan made history by scoring the fastest goal, not only in an FA Cup Final, but in the entire history of the competition.

Gündogan unleashed a powerful shot that stunned David De Gea after just 12 seconds. United's response However, Erik ten Hag's side did not rest on their laurels. The Red Devils went on the attack and this effort led to a penalty for Old Trafford. England winger Jack Grealish ended up handling the ball inside the box as he tried to defend a service towards Aaron Wan-Bissaka. The play was reviewed by the VAR and also by central referee Paul Tierney, who awarded the penalty. Bruno Fernandes was on hand to draw the score level from 11 yards after deceiving Stefan Ortega with the accuracy and timing of his shot.

The Citizens would still have something to say about that, however. Gündogan's double In the 51st minute, Kevin De Bruyne was on hand to take a corner kick for the Citizens, and the Belgian midfielder connected with Ilkay Gündogan to make it 2-1. The German was unmarked on the edge of the box, so it was easy for him to shoot straight into the net and after a sea of legs, the ball found its way into David De Gea's net.

<strong>Klopp is better</strong>

While Pep Guardiola wept after being crowned champions, Jurgen Klopp's achievements with Liverpool are of even greater significance because he achieved them without all the gigantic financial backing the Citizens have, plus he didn't have the refereeing aids like they did in this final for Paul Tierney.