“When you lose 4-0 you don't need to say much. We have to accept it, congratulate Tottenham for everything they have done, and look in the mirror at ourselves (as a team) and me“, commented Guardiola on Sky Sports.
His team, once so dominant, now has “no more trouble without the ball” et “in duels“. Two areas in which he excels… the 2024 Golden Ball. As one might expect, life without the irreplaceable Rodri is far from rosy in Manchester. The absence of Ruben Dias also stands out in defense, with 12 goals conceded in four matches.
In front, Erling Haalanddespite having had a great start to the season, has come down from his little cloud (a small goal in the last four defeats). This drop in form, beyond confidence, can be explained by the absence of Kevin De Bruyneanother pillar of this team, who unfortunately spent more time in the infirmary than on the pitch this season (36% of minutes played in the Premier League).
Despite this negative spiral, Manchester City remains second in the standings. The reigning champions are nevertheless five points behind Liverpool, who play on Sunday and to whom Guardiola's team travels next weekend.
“The season is very long, a lot will happen“, concluded the Spaniard.
