Pep Guardiola hailed his Manchester City players as “something special” after winning the Carabao Cup for a third year in succession.

City held on to beat Aston Villa 2-1 at Wembley after first-half goals from Sergio Aguero and Rodri.

Under Guardiola, City have won eight of the last 11 competitions they have competed in, including two Community Shields.

The City boss said: “That’s a lot. This club is not just about one title, it’s making every game and every title we play in count. We try to win.

Guardiola continues to enjoy success at Wembley, where he also won two Champions League finals with Barcelona, as well as last season’s FA Cup with City.

“I love the old Wembley and new Wembley you can invite me whenever you want!” said Guardiola, also a player in Barcelona’s 1992 Champions League triumph.

However, he was not so keen on the idea he should have a Wembley tattoo.

“My body doesn’t accept tattoos,” he said. “I’m not strong enough!”