After the eighth round of the English Premier League, the championship race intensified. Arsenal, led by Mikel Arteta, maintained their lead in the table with 19 points. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has commented on the incident, according to local publications.
The Spanish specialist emphasized that it's a mistake to give final assessments early every season, as the championship race is still in its early stages. "After two or three games, they thought Manchester City was out of the championship race. Now, that's what's being said about Liverpool. But I can say for sure - they will be able to come back," Guardiola said at a press conference before the match against Aston Villa.
According to the coach, the fight for the championship cannot be evaluated only after five or seven matches. "Experts, experts, and former players sometimes talk as if they know what will happen after five games. I do not approve of such a conclusion. In football, it takes at least 10-15 matches to understand the real situation," he added.
Guardiola also praised the potential of Arsenal and Liverpool. "I think there's no doubt: both Liverpool and Arsenal will be fighting for the title. Other teams can also join this competition. "I hope that we will be among them," he said confidently.
Guardiola's statement sparked widespread discussion among Premier League fans. Because this season the competition is more contentious than ever, and the results are volatile. The points difference between Arsenal and Manchester City is small, while Liverpool is in close pursuit.
According to the English press, the next few matches will be crucial for Manchester City. The team needs only victories to regain the lead in the table.
For Guardiola, this season is not just a championship, but also a test to maintain the team's stability. In particular, injuries and a tight schedule in various competitions are testing the team's resources.
The coach also told the fans that City still has many opportunities, and the main championship fight is still ahead. "Football is a marathon. So far, no one has emerged from the championship, but everyone is in the struggle," he concluded.
Premier League fans are watching with interest how accurate this forecast will be in the coming weeks.
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