Manchester City News
By Tom Procter
Published on 2024-09-25 08:30:00
Manchester City faced Watford in the Carabao Cup, but the focus remains on their pulsating 2-2 draw with Arsenal. City managed to secure a 2-1 victory over Watford at the Etihad Stadium, despite a late goal from Tom Ince causing some worry. Just days earlier, City played against Arsenal, with John Stones scoring a late equalizer after huge pressure on the 10-man Gunners. Pundits like Alan Brazil and Dean Saunders criticized Pep Guardiola’s repetitive approach in the match, questioning why City did not attack more from out wide.
In the second half against Arsenal, City had to be patient and relied on ball possession as they defended against the 10-man Gunners. Critics like Jamie Carragher noted the reluctance to attack from out wide, with wingers and players preferring to cut inside instead. Brazil and Saunders highlighted the lack of overlapping runs and crosses into the box, suggesting that City’s style under Guardiola can be frustrating but is a proven method that focuses on working the ball across the opposition box rather than getting to the byline. Despite criticism, this approach is consistent with City’s playing style under Guardiola, even with new additions like Erling Haaland.
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