Man City boss Guardiola: Lisandro one of the five best centre backs in the world

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola sung the praises of Lisandro Martinez after Manchester United's FA Cup final triumph on Saturday.

Guardiola admits a fully fit Lisandro made a difference for United.

Lisandro Martnez is one of the five best centre backs in the world. He made the difference this match with his passes through our defence," Guardiola said.

Martnez eventually had to be replaced by Jonny Evans after 73 minutes against Manchester City due to cramp.

Of course it hurt to leave the field early, but I knew that my teammates on the bench were prepared to take the victory. We won and that is the most important thing for me," said the Argentine.