These guys win games – Pep Guardiola welcomes return of ‘unique’ Kevin De Bruyne

The Belgian talisman appeared as a 57th-minute substitute against Huddersfield.

Kevin De Bruyne returned from injury to set up a goal (Martin Rickett/PA)

Pep Guardiola hailed Kevin De Bruyne as exceptional and unique after his impressive return to action in Manchester City’s FA Cup stroll against Huddersfield.

The Belgian playmaker appeared as a 57th-minute substitute and set up a goal as the holders breezed past the Championship strugglers 5-0 in a one-sided third-round tie at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.