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The City boss confessed experiencing "embarrassment" following an exchange with a TV crew member subsequent to the Citizens' 2-1 defeat away to the Magpies on Saturday.

At full time, a visibly upset Guardiola stepped onto the field and had heated discussions with match official Sam Barrott and Magpies midfielder Bruno Guimarães, and also touched the headphones of the camera operator.

"I apologised," the manager remarked. "I'm humiliated, regretful, when I see it. I don’t like it. I immediately apologized to the cameraman. I am who I am. With a thousand matches under my belt I’m not a perfect person, I make huge mistakes."

"What is for sure, I stand by my team and club, that’s for sure. Why I support my squad is no doubt – because from my experience to win the Premier League we have to do 100 points, 98 points, or we fall short."

City's Position and Guardiola's Assessment

The team sits in third and are seven behind the Gunners after what was their fourth league defeat this campaign. "Four defeats in twelve matches we have to improve a lot," Guardiola admitted. "Mathematically, it’s possible still achieve all."

When questioned if this meant the quadruple was a realistic aim, Guardiola answered: "As a seasoned reporter, did you hear my talk discuss four trophies last winter during our historic run? Never."

Interaction with Guimarães

Regarding his confrontation with the Newcastle player, the coach explained: "I've known him for many years and every time after the game, home or away, we talk in the tunnel. Our paths always cross and I always have a good relationship. I love it. I'm passionate, I love to talk and gesticulate."

Guardiola would not be concerned should a rival coach spoke to his players right after the final whistle. "No - as long as it's respectful as I do, it's fine," he noted, mentioning the referee. "The referee was involved throughout the match, he was involved. My God, very much so."

Controversial Decisions

City were unhappy that the officials denied a spot-kick on a Schär tackle against Foden, while they also questioned Bruno's positioning when Harvey Barnes scored the decisive strike. Pictures published later indicate the Brazilian was onside.

Upcoming Milestone

He will manage of his 100th Champions League game against Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday. "That's impressive, showing we compete we have been there," he commented.

City have 10 points after four games in the group, while Leverkusen have five.