Guardiola: 'My answer was in no way intended to make light of the very serious issue of self harm'

The Manchester City boss says he was caught 'off guard' when making a joke following the draw with Feyenoord. 

A cut was visible on Pep Guardiola’s nose during their match against Feyenoord (Martin Rickett/PA)

Pep Guardiola has insisted he did not want to make light of issues of self harm after comments about a cut on his nose on Tuesday night.

The Manchester City boss was spotted with the scratch during the match and was asked about it during his post-match press conference after the 3-3 Champions League draw against Feyenoord.