Flynn relishing Pep Cup battle
Mike Flynn is relishing the prospect of going up against "the master" Pep Guardiola when his Newport County giantkillers face Manchester City in the FA Cup fifth round.
The Exiles manager continued his impressive FA Cup giant-slaying reputation on Tuesday night as second-half goals from Robbie Willmott and Padraig Amond helped dump Championship promotion-chasers Middlesbrough out of the competition in their fourth-round replay at Rodney Parade.
It's overwhelming and massive for the club. Pep is a master, somebody I idolise.
Mike Flynn
Newport defeated Leeds and held Tottenham to a 1-1 draw at home last season, while they have now beaten Premier League Leicester and Boro in the cup this term.
County's reward is a money-spinning home tie against reigning Premier League champions, City, on 16th February and Flynn can't wait to pit his wits against Guardiola.
"This is the creme de la creme," said Flynn.
"It's overwhelming and massive for the club. Pep is a master, somebody I idolise.
"He's probably the best in the business, although I am going to say along with Jurgen Klopp because I am a Liverpool fan.
"I know [City assistant boss] Mikel [Arteta] and he's just messaged me to say 'See you soon'.
"He's a fantastic guy, we did our Pro-Licence together, and it shows how down to earth he is."
On City, Flynn added: "They are outstanding. I wish I hadn't watched that Arsenal game now [City won 3-1], because they were absolutely breathtaking.
"We'll have to be prepared, and I might play nine at the back!"
City are 11/8 to win the FA Cup, while holders Chelsea are priced at 9/2 and Manchester United are available at 11/2.
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Mike Flynn is relishing the prospect of going up against "the master" Pep Guardiola when his Newport County giantkillers face Manchester City in the FA Cup fifth round.
The Exiles manager continued his impressive FA Cup giant-slaying reputation on Tuesday night as second-half goals from Robbie Willmott and Padraig Amond helped dump Championship promotion-chasers Middlesbrough out of the competition in their fourth-round replay at Rodney Parade.
It's overwhelming and massive for the club. Pep is a master, somebody I idolise.
Mike Flynn
Newport defeated Leeds and held Tottenham to a 1-1 draw at home last season, while they have now beaten Premier League Leicester and Boro in the cup this term.
County's reward is a money-spinning home tie against reigning Premier League champions, City, on 16th February and Flynn can't wait to pit his wits against Guardiola.
"This is the creme de la creme," said Flynn.
"It's overwhelming and massive for the club. Pep is a master, somebody I idolise.
"He's probably the best in the business, although I am going to say along with Jurgen Klopp because I am a Liverpool fan.
"I know [City assistant boss] Mikel [Arteta] and he's just messaged me to say 'See you soon'.
"He's a fantastic guy, we did our Pro-Licence together, and it shows how down to earth he is."
On City, Flynn added: "They are outstanding. I wish I hadn't watched that Arsenal game now [City won 3-1], because they were absolutely breathtaking.
"We'll have to be prepared, and I might play nine at the back!"
City are 11/8 to win the FA Cup, while holders Chelsea are priced at 9/2 and Manchester United are available at 11/2.
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Source: bet365.com
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