In the final round of the Club World Cup, Manchester City delighted its fans with another big victory. Under Josep Guardiola’s leadership, the English giants beat Italy’s Juventus 5–2, earning the top spot in Group G for the playoffs.
City’s attackers showed skill and precision, while the defenders displayed a high level of readiness. Both teams created many chances over 90 minutes, but it was Guardiola’s protégés who had the final word.
In the post-match press conference, Guardiola responded to questions about the defence. He emphasized that City currently boasts sufficient depth in defence, which enables flexible rotation during training.
— “Today, two experienced and talented centre-backs played. Another four players were on the bench. That’s a great achievement. Last season, we had only one backup defender. That created many difficulties, especially in training,” said Guardiola.
According to the Spanish coach, this balanced squad is the team’s foundation for growth. He also noted that City aims not only for Premier League success but also for major achievements in Europe.
Guardiola thanked his assistant coaches, praising their organizational skill and individual approach to each player. Thanks to them, City is becoming more stable and well-rounded.
Now Manchester City will face Saudi Arabian champions Al‑Hilal in the playoff. This team finished second in their group and has already shown it can compete with strong opponents. Al‑Hilal’s key players, Salem Al‑Dawsari and Marcos Leonardo, may pose a serious challenge for City.
Fans are eagerly awaiting the match on July 1 at Camping World Stadium. This game could become one of the brightest matches of the tournament. Defensive solidity, attacking speed, and tactical thinking from the coaches — all these build the foundation for spectacular football. Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!
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