Manchester City News
By James Thompson
Published on 2024-10-04 17:30:00
Pep Guardiola has overseen 890 games as a manager, coaching 191 players and achieving numerous domestic and European trophies. However, Martin Keown criticized Guardiola for his handling of Kalvin Phillips’ fitness. Keown suggested that Guardiola’s comments on Phillips’ weight affected his performance and that the manager’s approach was wrong. Despite Guardiola apologizing for his remarks, Phillips struggled at Manchester City, leading to a loan move to Ipswich Town, where he has shown improvement in his fitness and performances.
Keown’s criticism highlights the importance of player management and motivation in football. While Guardiola may have made mistakes in handling Phillips, the midfielder now has the opportunity to prove himself at Ipswich Town and demonstrate his capabilities on the pitch. By focusing on his fitness and playing regularly, Phillips can show that he belongs at the highest level and overcome the challenges he faced at Manchester City.
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