Pep Guardiola says one Man City player wasn’t happy with him last night

Redaction Simon Brett with James Thompson
Published on 2024-04-10 10:30:00

During Manchester City’s first-leg quarter-final tie against Real Madrid, Pep Guardiola revealed that one player was unhappy with him after being substituted. Despite the player’s dissatisfaction, City managed to secure a 3-3 draw, setting up an exciting second-leg clash at the Etihad Stadium. Phil Foden was the player in question who scored a crucial goal before being taken off due to a knock sustained during the match.

Foden’s eagerness to contribute and help the team win was evident through his reaction to being substituted, despite suffering from a bad dead leg. Guardiola made the decision to take him off to prevent any further injury that could have sidelined him during a crucial period of the season. Foden’s willingness to play through the pain and Guardiola’s cautious approach in managing his players’ fitness highlights the team’s determination to succeed in their upcoming fixtures.

The Englishman’s performance against Real Madrid showcased his talent and commitment to the team, earning praise from Guardiola despite his grumpiness after being substituted. With Foden hoping to recover in time for the second-leg tie against Real, City fans can look forward to another thrilling encounter as they aim to progress further in the Champions League.

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