Bernardo Silva conceded Manchester City qualified for the Champions League last 16 with “a bit of drama” but highlighted the importance of avoiding the play-offs. And Silva believes City will be in a stronger position for the last 16 with the extra time off between matches to welcome players back from injury. “We are happy, just very happy because we wanted to qualify in the top eight. “It’s really nice for us because it gives them [Haaland and Cherki] confidence,” Silva added. He felt something,” Guardiola said of Doku, admitting he is likely to miss the Premier League trip to Tottenham on Sunday.