Pep Guardiola, Manchester City’s manager, has taken responsibility for the team’s dismal performance, stating that he is “not good enough” after their 2-1 defeat to Manchester United. This loss marks the team’s eighth defeat in 11 games, raising concerns about Guardiola’s ability to turn things around.
Manchester City led through Josko Gvardiol‘s 36th-minute header, but a late penalty converted by Bruno Fernandes and Amad Diallo‘s winner in regulation time sealed the victory for Manchester United. Guardiola acknowledged that his team’s poor form is a result of his own shortcomings, saying, “I’m the boss, I’m the manager, and I’m not good enough. I have to find solutions, and so far, I haven’t.”Guardiola’s Resolve to Turn Things Around
Despite the team’s poor form, Guardiola remains committed to finding a solution. When asked if he still believes he can turn things around, he replied, “I want it, desperately. But eight out of 11? I’m here to try, and I will try again and again.” Guardiola also dismissed suggestions that he is losing his magic and energy, stating that he was never a “magician” to begin with.
Bernardo Silva, Manchester City’s midfielder, was scathing in his criticism of the team’s performance, stating that their naivety is to blame for their poor form. “It’s not one game, it’s a lot of games lately. We have to look at ourselves. You can say, ‘Oh, it’s a bit unlucky.’ No. It’s the decisions you make,” Silva said.
Manchester United’s victory comes as a welcome boost for manager Ruben Amorim, who had dropped Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho from the match-day squad. Amorim emphasized that the decision was not disciplinary, but rather a reflection of the high standards he expects from his players.
