Pep Guardiola Defends Man City’s Performance Despite Juventus Defeat: "We Played Really Good"

• Pep Guardiola opted to reflect on the positives following Manchester City's Champions League loss
• Guardiola's side's current malaise continued on Wednesday night as they lost to Juventus by a two-goal margin
• The defeat puts City in a precarious position; their progress to the UCL knockouts is far from certain

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola remained resolute in his assessment of his team's performance despite suffering a 2-0 defeat to Juventus in the UEFA Champions League.

The loss in Turin marks a troubling chapter for the Premier League holders, now sitting 22nd and at risk of missing out on the competition’s knockout stage.

Guardiola reflects on positives despite defeat

According to 90Min, this setback extends City's worrying form, with seven defeats in their last 10 matches across all tournaments.

Yet, Guardiola chose to focus on the positives, commending his players' efforts and emphasising the quality of their display.

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“We played good. Really, really good. The performance is there,” Guardiola said, as reported by the BBC.

His remarks reflected a determination to highlight his squad's progress, even in the face of adversity.

Pointing out specific improvements, the Spanish tactician noted a reduction in costly errors that had plagued previous outings.

“We have done really, really well tonight. We didn't lose many balls that had happened in the past, and we tried; we arrived in the positions,” he added, underscoring their ability to create opportunities despite the result.

What's next for Pep Guardiola's Man City?

Man City's upcoming fixtures are set to play a crucial role in their Champions League ambitions and in rebuilding the confidence of a team that has long been a model of consistency under Pep Guardiola.

Adding to their challenges, City will face rivals Manchester United in a high-stakes Premier League showdown on Sunday, 15 December.

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Guardiola calls fans out

Briefly News earlier revealed that Guardiola expressed his dissatisfaction with the low turnout at Manchester City's Champions League match against Leipzig. Only 30,000 fans attended the game, which saw Manchester City secure a 6-3 victory.

The general secretary of City’s official supporters’ club responded to Guardiola’s comments, advising the coach to "stick to coaching."

Source: YEN.com.gh