Take a look at the best images as City made their final preparations for our visit to Stamford Bridge…

Pep Guardiola was back on the training pitch ahead of our trip to London for the game on Thursday night and a chance to close the gap on Premier League leaders Arsenal.

It’s the first of a double-header against Chelsea with the FA Cup clash against Graham Potter’s side to follow on Sunday.

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City have won their last three matches against the London club, including the Carabao Cup win at the Etihad Stadium in November.

But in his pre-match press conference, the boss was clear that the game will be a big test for his players.

Take a look at the best images from training via the gallery below...