Following the Manchester City vs. Bournemouth match in the 10th round of the Premier League, City manager Pep Guardiola shared his thoughts on his team's victory and the opponent, according to Sky Sports. Despite the victory, the Spanish specialist also highlighted the opponent's strengths.
Bournemouth is one of the most dangerous teams we've faced," Guardiola said. - They play with pressure in every situation, are very disciplined and active. Today we found our style, the team was united on the field. We made mistakes in several situations, but overall, the game was under our control."
The experienced coach, while praising the opponent, also noted the steady development of his team. "We played well not only by scoring goals, but also without the ball. In such games, every action is significant. Bournemouth put a lot of pressure on us last season, and it was the same today. They played very actively against us. We lost the ball several times - even then they could have punished us."
Guardiola also praised Bournemouth's recent season achievements: "It's an amazing team. You won't be surprised if you see what results they achieved last season. Although three of the defenders left, the team still maintained a high level. This is the result of the work of the coaching staff and the players."
He emphasized that City's victory yesterday further boosted their confidence. "We've returned to our game. It's not easy to find the rhythm of the game again in every game, especially against high-level opponents. But the discipline and enthusiasm shown by my players today is the main victory for me."
With this victory, Manchester City took second place in the table. And the fans feel that the team is returning to its strong form. Guardiola's demanding attitude towards his team and his style of respecting the opponent once again confirmed his influence in the football world.
At the same time, the coach concluded his remarks about Bournemouth with a sincere acknowledgment: "This club cannot be called small. They never give up easily. Their team spirit and strong tactical preparation ensure their rightful place in the EPL."
Guardiola's statement sparked great interest among the fans. Because he once again showed that he is a coach who values not only the victory, but also the work of the opponent. For "Manchester City," this victory was an important step towards successfully passing another test and becoming champions.
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