Pep Guardiola is confident Man City can persuade Bernardo Silva to stay amid interest from Barcelona
2 years, 9 months ago

Pep Guardiola is confident Man City can persuade Bernardo Silva to stay amid interest from Barcelona

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Pep Guardiola believes Bernardo Silva will remain a Manchester City player next season amid reported interest from Barcelona - but admitted he does not feel comfortable keeping unhappy players. Bernardo Silva scored eight Premier League goals as Man City won a fourth title in five years He reportedly informed the club of his desire to leave, with Barcelona his destination of choice 'As of today, in my opinion, I think Bernardo Silva will continue with Man City next season,' the 51-year-old said. Pep Guardiola is confident Man City can keep Silva but does not want to keep unhappy players The La Liga giants are reportedly interested in the City star, as Manchester United continue to pursue a move for Dutch midfielder Frenkie de Jong. Chelsea have stepped up their interest in Manchester City and England star Raheem Sterling Sterling only started 23 Premier League matches and five Champions League games last campaign, as Guardiola rotated between Phil Foden, Jack Grealish, Gabriel Jesus, Riyad Mahrez and occasionally Silva on the flanks.

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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola: Kevin De Bruyne has to decide on his future
1 month ago

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola: Kevin De Bruyne has to decide on his future

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Liverpool and Man City are a world apart this season and the difference is clear
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1 month ago

Liverpool and Man City are a world apart this season and the difference is clear

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Pep Guardiola hints at Man City clearout in the summer: ‘That is the reality’
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Pep Guardiola hints at Man City clearout in the summer: ‘That is the reality’

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Pep Guardiola signals the end of Kevin De Bruyne's Man City career as he admits star, 33, was not injured when he left him on the bench at Real Madrid - and thanks him for 'what he's done'
1 month ago

Pep Guardiola signals the end of Kevin De Bruyne's Man City career as he admits star, 33, was not injured when he left him on the bench at Real Madrid - and thanks him for 'what he's done'

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola has admitted that his decision to leave Kevin De Bruyne on the bench throughout Manchester City's 3-1 defeat at Real Madrid on Wednesday night was not a consequence of an injury. De Bruyne was an unused sub at the Bernabeu, where a Kylian Mbappe hat-trick fired Madrid to a 6-3 victory on aggregate and dumped City out of …

Manchester City’s predictable Champions League humbling leaves Pep Guardiola with sobering realisation
1 month, 1 week ago

Manchester City’s predictable Champions League humbling leaves Pep Guardiola with sobering realisation

The Independent  

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Slide continues for Guardiola and Man City in Champions League exit
1 month, 1 week ago

Slide continues for Guardiola and Man City in Champions League exit

Associated Press  

MADRID — The search for answers will continue for Pep Guardiola and Manchester City. Guardiola couldn’t find a way to keep City alive in the Champions League on Wednesday, when another poor performance led to a 3-1 loss to Real Madrid and a 6-3 aggregate defeat to the Spanish powerhouse in the playoffs. Guardiola was hoping he could fix the …

Premier League 2024-25: ‘Mini Rodri’ Gonzalez brings stability to Manchester City, says Guardiola
1 month, 1 week ago

Premier League 2024-25: ‘Mini Rodri’ Gonzalez brings stability to Manchester City, says Guardiola

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola believes Nico Gonzalez can step into the void left by Rodri after making an impressive Premier League debut in Manchester City’s 4-0 thrashing of Newcastle on Saturday. Guardiola’s men have won the Premier League for the past four seasons but currently sit fourth in the table, 13 points adrift of leader Liverpool. That will give us more presence …

Pep Guardiola hails new £50m signing as a 'mini-Rodri' after starring in Man City's 4-0 win over Newcastle
1 month, 1 week ago

Pep Guardiola hails new £50m signing as a 'mini-Rodri' after starring in Man City's 4-0 win over Newcastle

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Pep Guardiola hailed Nico Gonzalez after his impressive Premier League debut in Manchester City's 4-0 win over Newcastle. While most of the attention was given to Omar Marmoush, who netted his first City hat-trick in the thumping win, Guardiola reserved special praise for the former Barcelona youngster. Nico Gonzalez made an impressive Premier League debut for Manchester City on Saturday …

Guardiola taunts Liverpool over Man City’s 100-point Premier League record
1 month, 1 week ago

Guardiola taunts Liverpool over Man City’s 100-point Premier League record

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola has taunted Premier League leader Liverpool over its failure to match Manchester City’s record 100-point tally. Responding to criticism of City’s spluttering dynasty after Tuesday’s 3-2 home defeat against Real Madrid in the Champions League play-off round first leg, Guardiola took a tetchy swipe at Liverpool. They cannot do 100 points already - 99 but not 100.” While …

Pep Guardiola and Man City slammed for 'ageing badly' as Spanish press raise questions over whether 'lost' manager could QUIT after humbling by Real Madrid, with players 'making his bed'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola and Man City slammed for 'ageing badly' as Spanish press raise questions over whether 'lost' manager could QUIT after humbling by Real Madrid, with players 'making his bed'

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola and his Manchester City stars were ripped into by Spanish press after the side capitulated during a 3-2 defeat by Real Madrid on Tuesday night. Manchester City fell to a 3-2 defeat against Real Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday Afterwards, City were mocked by Spanish press - with this headline saying 'Stick to Pep' Meanwhile, Mundo …

Manchester City boss Guardiola struggles to explain late collapse vs Real Madrid
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manchester City boss Guardiola struggles to explain late collapse vs Real Madrid

India Today  

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola was lost for words as he struggled to explain how his side had another late collapse this season in the form of their 2-3 loss to Real Madrid in the Champions League Round of 16 qualifier on Tuesday, February 11. However, former City player Brahim Diaz' goal and Jude Bellingham's stoppage time winner ensured Los …

Manchester City boss Guardiola struggles to explain late collapse vs Real Madrid
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manchester City boss Guardiola struggles to explain late collapse vs Real Madrid

India Today  

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola was lost for words as he struggled to explain how his side had another late collapse this season in the form of their 2-3 loss to Real Madrid in the Champions League Round of 16 qualifier on Tuesday, February 11. However, former City player Brahim Diaz' goal and Jude Bellingham's stoppage time winner ensured Los …

Revealed: The reason why Pep Guardiola was left 'disappointed' by Kyle Walker prior to his Man City exit - before his captain sealed January loan move to AC Milan
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Revealed: The reason why Pep Guardiola was left 'disappointed' by Kyle Walker prior to his Man City exit - before his captain sealed January loan move to AC Milan

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It's been revealed that Pep Guardiola was left 'disappointed' with Kyle Walker after he went to Man City chiefs to push for an exit from the club. Now, reports claim that Guardiola was left 'disappointed' by the full-back after he went to City chief Txiki Begiristain to push through the Milan move. In total, Walker only started nine of City's …

Man City finally sign Rodri replacement with £49m splurge on Porto star
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Man City finally sign Rodri replacement with £49m splurge on Porto star

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Pep Guardiola ready for Real Madrid ‘derby’ after Champions League draw
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola ready for Real Madrid ‘derby’ after Champions League draw

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Pep Guardiola ‘not complaining’ about Manchester City’s tough run of fixtures
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Pep Guardiola ‘not complaining’ about Manchester City’s tough run of fixtures

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Guardiola fears Man City burnout with Real clash looming
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Guardiola fears Man City burnout with Real clash looming

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Pep Guardiola fears Manchester City’s bid to knock holder Real Madrid out of the Champions League will be hampered by the gruelling demands of the Premier League schedule. Real Madrid difficult, we know that.” With City battling to qualify for next season’s Champions League, as well as trying to win this year’s tournament, Guardiola will have difficult selection decisions to …

Champions League: Guardiola warns Real Madrid, Bayern ahead of knockouts, says new format benefits fans
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Champions League: Guardiola warns Real Madrid, Bayern ahead of knockouts, says new format benefits fans

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Pep Guardiola doesn’t think Man City can win the Champions League on current form but is confident they will improve when the playoffs come around. Pep Guardiola is being “realistic” and feels Manchester City cannot win the Champions League on their current form but he has full confidence that they will improve in the coming days and create problems when …

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says new UCL format has been great lesson
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says new UCL format has been great lesson

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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is not entirely sold on the new Champions League format after his team barely scraped through to the knockout round but called the experience an “incredible lesson” for his team. City came back from a goal down to beat Belgian side Brugge on Wednesday in a nerve-jangling must-win league phase finale, to finish 22nd in …

Pep Guardiola kicks out at drinks cooler on night of high tension for Man City in Champions League
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola kicks out at drinks cooler on night of high tension for Man City in Champions League

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MANCHESTER, England — Pep Guardiola kicked out at a drinks cooler in a moment of unbridled relief as Manchester City avoided a stunning early exit from the Champions League on Wednesday. The City manager could not contain his emotions on a night of high drama at the Etihad Stadium as his team came back from the brink of elimination when …

Guardiola and Man City face prospect of Champions League exit: ‘I appreciate all of your concern’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Guardiola and Man City face prospect of Champions League exit: ‘I appreciate all of your concern’

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — With Manchester City needing a win to avoid a stunning early exit from the Champions League, Pep Guardiola wasn’t in the mood to discuss the prospect of his once-dominant team crashing out of European club soccer’s most prestigious competition. but I’m thinking we are going to do it.” With one game remaining in the revamped league phase …

Pep Guardiola explains surprising view on Man City’s Champions League struggles
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola explains surprising view on Man City’s Champions League struggles

The Independent  

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Kyle Walker opens up on exit talks with Pep Guardiola after leaving Man City to join Milan on loan - and reveals it was NOT a 'comfortable conversation'
2 months ago

Kyle Walker opens up on exit talks with Pep Guardiola after leaving Man City to join Milan on loan - and reveals it was NOT a 'comfortable conversation'

Daily Mail  

The England right-back admitted the move was the 'opportunity he wanted' Kyle Walker joined AC Milan on loan after admitting he wanted to leave Man City Kyle Walker has opened up on the moment he told Pep Guardiola about his wish to leave Manchester City, admitting it 'wasn't a very comfortable conversation'. The England right-back, who has played an integral …

Guardiola concedes Man City 'could not cope' with PSG as European hopes flicker
2 months ago

Guardiola concedes Man City 'could not cope' with PSG as European hopes flicker

China Daily  

Manchester City's Pep Guardiola and PSG's Luis Enrique embrace each other at the end of the match on Wednesday. AP Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola appeared resigned to the fact that his side was resoundingly outplayed by Paris Saint-Germain in a 4-2 loss that leaves its Champions League knockout hopes in doubt — a prospect that would have seemed unthinkable …

Guardiola concedes Man City 'could not cope' with PSG as European hopes flicker
2 months ago

Guardiola concedes Man City 'could not cope' with PSG as European hopes flicker

China Daily  

Manchester City's Pep Guardiola and PSG's Luis Enrique embrace each other at the end of the match on Wednesday. AP Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola appeared resigned to the fact that his side was resoundingly outplayed by Paris Saint-Germain in a 4-2 loss that leaves its Champions League knockout hopes in doubt — a prospect that would have seemed unthinkable …

Can Manchester City still win the Premier League? Experts predict Guardiola’s side’s prospects this season
2 months ago

Can Manchester City still win the Premier League? Experts predict Guardiola’s side’s prospects this season

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Despite a challenging start to the season, Manchester City remain a strong contender in the eyes of the experts. Hargreaves: ‘City can win the FA Cup, win the Champions League’ Can Man City still hope for trophies this season or winning the Premier League? Former midfielder Owen Hargreaves feels City can still win the FA Cup or Champions League given …

Enrique must outwit Guardiola when PSG meets Man City in Champions League
2 months ago

Enrique must outwit Guardiola when PSG meets Man City in Champions League

Associated Press  

PARIS — Luis Enrique credits Pep Guardiola with inventing arguably the “perfect model” of attacking soccer. “Pep has innovated throughout his career and is not scared to do so again.” Guardiola won the Champions League again with City in 2023, while Enrique’s PSG reached the semifinals last season. “City are also very at ease with a transition game and have …

Man City signs teenage Palmeiras defender Vitor Reis for $36 million
2 months ago

Man City signs teenage Palmeiras defender Vitor Reis for $36 million

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MANCHESTER, England — Manchester City signed a second defender in two days, this time 19-year-old Vitor Reis from Palmeiras for 35 million euros on Tuesday. “I want to make my mark as we seek more trophies.” City manager Pep Guardiola talked about the players Tuesday on the eve of his team’s Champions League game at Paris Saint-Germain. “Vitor is a …

Premier League: Manchester City 'recovered some identities' in 6-0 thrashing of Ipswich Town, says Pep Guardiola
2 months, 1 week ago

Premier League: Manchester City 'recovered some identities' in 6-0 thrashing of Ipswich Town, says Pep Guardiola

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Manchester City moved back into the top four after their comprehensive victory over Ipswich Town in their first visit to Portman Road for 23 years. Under-fire manager Pep Guardiola felt his team played like the outfit that had dominated the Premier League for the last nine years. Manchester City's Kevin de Bruyne and Erling Haaland in action during the away …

What Manchester City’s next target should be with Premier League title defence virtually over? Phil Foden explains
2 months, 1 week ago

What Manchester City’s next target should be with Premier League title defence virtually over? Phil Foden explains

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Manchester City’s hopes of reigniting their Premier League title defence were virtually extinguished after being held to a 2-2 draw at Brentford thanks to two late goals from the home team. Why City are unlikely to win a fifth consecutive Premier League title Given how their season has panned out so far, City couldn’t afford to slip up in the …

Revealed: Pep Guardiola's 'critical decision which proved the final straw in 30-year relationship with wife Cristina Serra' - and how the Man City boss 'could still rescue the marriage'
2 months, 1 week ago

Revealed: Pep Guardiola's 'critical decision which proved the final straw in 30-year relationship with wife Cristina Serra' - and how the Man City boss 'could still rescue the marriage'

Daily Mail  

However, they also say there is one way that Guardiola can salvage the marriage Pep Guardiola's wife called time on their 30-year relationship after the Manchester City manager 'put football before their relationship' by signing a two-year contract extension that would have kept him in the UK until 2027, it was claimed today. Lorena, speaking on the Mamarazzi's weekly Podcast …

Premier League 2024-25: Kyle Walker has asked to leave Man City, says Guardiola; English defender explores ‘options abroad’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Premier League 2024-25: Kyle Walker has asked to leave Man City, says Guardiola; English defender explores ‘options abroad’

The Hindu  

Manchester City captain Kyle Walker has asked to leave the club, manager Pep Guardiola confirmed after its 8-0 thrashing of Salford City in the FA Cup on Saturday. Walker was left out of Guardiola’s squad for the third round tie with the Spanish manager saying the right back had asked to “explore options abroad”. “He asked two years ago after …

Manchester City must ‘think’ about De Bruyne future, says Guardiola
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Manchester City must ‘think’ about De Bruyne future, says Guardiola

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola admits Manchester City have to “think” about the future of injury-hit midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, who is out of contract at the end of the season. The Belgium international has been one of the club’s standout players over the past decade, winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League. Guardiola was asked on Friday if he had …

How Man City sacrificed being the best team to become the best businessmen
2 months, 3 weeks ago

How Man City sacrificed being the best team to become the best businessmen

The Independent  

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Premier League 2024-25: Guardiola says Manchester City ‘far away’ from winning title after Leicester City win
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Premier League 2024-25: Guardiola says Manchester City ‘far away’ from winning title after Leicester City win

The Hindu  

Despite marking his 500th game in-charge of Manchester City with a 2-0 win over Leicester City on Sunday, Pep Guardiola stressed that there’s “no chance” for his side to defend the Premier League title. Guardiola’s out-of-form team won for the first time in five league games to climb to fifth in the points table, but is still way off leader …

Pep Guardiola warns Man City might have peaked after 500th game
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola warns Man City might have peaked after 500th game

The Independent  

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Guardiola says Man City has ‘no chance’ of winning Premier League despite win in 500th game
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Guardiola says Man City has ‘no chance’ of winning Premier League despite win in 500th game

Associated Press  

LEICESTER, England — Even after marking his 500th game in charge of Manchester City with a much-needed victory, Pep Guardiola insisted his team has “no chance” of winning a fifth straight Premier League title. The win still left City 14 points behind Liverpool after the leaders trounced West Ham 5-0 away, with Arne Slot’s team also having a game in …

Revealed: Pep Guardiola's 'FIVE-MAN wishlist to improve Man City' as he 'eyes up big-money midfielders and in-demand Premier League defender' in bid to stop the rot
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Revealed: Pep Guardiola's 'FIVE-MAN wishlist to improve Man City' as he 'eyes up big-money midfielders and in-demand Premier League defender' in bid to stop the rot

Daily Mail  

The champions are 14 points behind league leaders Liverpool and sit in seventh Pep Guardiola has lined up a big-money five-man wishlist in a bid to halt Manchester City's nightmare run of form, according to reports. The Times have claimed that the five players targeted by Guardiola are Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes, Jamal Musiala of Bayern …

Pep Guardiola remains defiant despite Manchester City's stunning decline: 'I will try, I will keep going'
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola remains defiant despite Manchester City's stunning decline: 'I will try, I will keep going'

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Pep Guardiola’s future at Manchester City suddenly appears doubtful despite the club having won six of the last Premier League seasons, with the team currently languishing at the seventh spot on the Premier League table. Pep Guardiola remains defiant despite going through his worst slump as Manchester City manager, insisting he will not walk out on the defending Premier League …

Manchester City in danger of missing Champions League qualification, says Guardiola
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3 months ago

Manchester City in danger of missing Champions League qualification, says Guardiola

The Hindu  

Manchester City is at risk of missing out on next season’s Champions League due to its recent dip in form, manager Pep Guardiola said. City, which is looking to qualify for Europe’s top club competition for a 15th straight season, has won just one of its last eight Premier League games and is seventh, 12 points behind leader Liverpool. Guardiola’s …

We are at risk – Pep Guardiola accepts Man City may not make Champions League
3 months ago

We are at risk – Pep Guardiola accepts Man City may not make Champions League

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Pep Guardiola admits Manchester City are at risk …

Man City didn’t want to buy a new midfielder — now they may have to
3 months ago

Man City didn’t want to buy a new midfielder — now they may have to

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Pep Guardiola baffled by Man City form: ‘We are living the parallel’
3 months ago

Pep Guardiola baffled by Man City form: ‘We are living the parallel’

The Independent  

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How Manchester City slumped from all-conquering champion to its worst run of form in 18 years
3 months ago

How Manchester City slumped from all-conquering champion to its worst run of form in 18 years

CNN  

CNN — Seven months ago, Manchester City’s dominance showed no signs of waning. Try to be simple, stick to my principles and give certainty to the team.” At first, his side’s defeats seemed like a one-off; even City must lose occasionally. Jacob King/PA Wire “We don’t have the players,” Guardiola told TNT Sports on Saturday when asked about City’s title …

Manchester City: Five reasons why Pep Guardiola’s reigning Premier League champions have struggled this season
3 months ago

Manchester City: Five reasons why Pep Guardiola’s reigning Premier League champions have struggled this season

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From mounting injury concerns to Erling Haaland’s form, Manchester City have a lo to worry about in the ongoing domestic football season. Reigning Premier League champions Manchester City seem to be caught in a web almost five months into the 2024-25 season. Erling Haaland’s poor form Erling Haaland, the once indestructible force of Manchester City, seems to be a shadow …

DANNY MURPHY: Pep Guardiola must dig out his stars... with the axe! It's time for the Man City boss to introduce youthful energy to solve their crisis
3 months ago

DANNY MURPHY: Pep Guardiola must dig out his stars... with the axe! It's time for the Man City boss to introduce youthful energy to solve their crisis

Daily Mail  

After another miserable showing, Pep Guardiola has to be bold and give his senior players a kick up the backside. It’s time to introduce youthful energy into the Manchester City team, either through the January transfer window or throwing in the fittest, hungriest players already at the club. Pep Guardiola's side fell to a shocking ninth defeat in their last …

Manchester City suffer another defeat, pressure mounts on Pep Guardiola as Aston Villa win 2-1
3 months ago

Manchester City suffer another defeat, pressure mounts on Pep Guardiola as Aston Villa win 2-1

Hindustan Times  

Aston Villa inflicted more misery on shell-shocked Manchester City on Saturday, defeating them 2-1 in the Premier League with goals from Colombian forward Jhon Duran and former City forward Morgan Rogers. Manchester City's Spanish manager Pep Guardiola and his players applaud their fans on the pitch after the English Premier League football match against Aston Villa. Phil Foden pulled one …

Premier League 2024/25: Guardiola vows Man City will regain confidence after Villa defeat
3 months ago

Premier League 2024/25: Guardiola vows Man City will regain confidence after Villa defeat

The Hindu  

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola insisted his struggling Premier League champions will regain their confidence after a 2-1 defeat by Aston Villa on Saturday meant they had lost nine of their last 12 matches in all competitions. Phil Foden’s stoppage-time goal for visitor City came too late to change the result as Villa climbed above Guardiola’s men into fifth place …

Lionel Messi to Premier League? Pep Guardiola eyes loan move to get Manchester City back on track: Report
3 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi to Premier League? Pep Guardiola eyes loan move to get Manchester City back on track: Report

Hindustan Times  

Manchester City are currently in dire straits, having lost eight and drawn two and won one of their last 11 fixtures. Things were looking good for Pep Guardiola until their EFL Cup Round of 16 fixture vs Tottenham, when it all came crashing down. In what looked like an easy match to bounce back to winning ways, City made it …

Robert Lewandowski confident ‘genius’ Pep Guardiola can get Manchester City out of ‘very difficult situation’
3 months, 1 week ago

Robert Lewandowski confident ‘genius’ Pep Guardiola can get Manchester City out of ‘very difficult situation’

CNN  

CNN — Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski says he is confident that his former manager Pep Guardiola, who he calls a “genius,” can turn things around at Manchester City and get the team back to its best. “As I know Pep, for him this will be a very difficult situation,” Lewandowski, who enjoyed two incredibly fruitful seasons under Guardiola at Bayern …

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