Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his side’s first Champions League title was “written in the stars” after their final victory over Inter Milan on Saturday.

Rodri’s goal in the 68th minute was enough for City to finally win club football’s biggest trophy, even though they had to rely on luck because Inter missed several chances in the second half.

“It’s so difficult to win it,” Guardiola told BT Sport after the nervy 1-0 win.

“They (his players) are really good. Be patient, I said at half-time. You have to be lucky. (Goalkeeper) Ederson or they miss it, they could draw. This competition is a coin.

“It was written in the stars. It belongs to us.”

After winning it twice with Barcelona in 2009 and 2011, Guardiola has now won it three times.

After winning the Premier League and the FA Cup this season, City’s win gave them the chance to win all three.

“After the World Cup the team made a step forward and we were there,” added Guardiola.

“We’re going to celebrate in the hotel with family and friends. Monday the parade is in Manchester. With this competition, the treble is so difficult.”

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