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Kolo Toure says Manchester City have edge over Liverpool

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Former Manchester City and Liverpool defender Kolo Toure expects City to progress to the Champions League semi-finals but says it will be tight over the two legs

Kolo Toure expects Manchester City to reach the Champions League semi-finals at Liverpool's expense.

The former Ivory Coast international, who is now on the coaching staff at Celtic, played for both City and Liverpool and he believes the winners of the tie can go on to lift the trophy in May.

"Absolutely, because both teams have top managers," he told Sky Sports News.

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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his side face a tough test against Liverpool's 'fast and clinical' attackers

"(Pep) Guardiola is more tactical while (Jurgen) Klopp relies more on the ability of the players.

"Liverpool have so many strengths going forward with (Mohamed) Salah and (Sadio) Mane. I think this game is going to be really, really tough.

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Jurgen Klopp loves the passion Liverpool fans show when they line the streets to greet the team coach en route to Anfield

But to be honest, when I look at both teams I will go for City because Guardiola is doing an amazing job.

"When you see City play it is why we all love football. It is all about passing and movement.

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City are hoping the Argentine will be able to play some part in the Premier League game against Manchester United on Saturday live on Sky Sports when a win will be enough to secure the title.

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