Pep Guardiola Admits Manchester City Facing 'Big, Big Trouble' Amid Injuries

Pep Guardiola Admits Manchester City Facing ‘Big, Big Trouble’ Amid Injuries

MANCHESTER, October XX – Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has expressed serious concern over his squad’s mounting injury problems, admitting that the Premier League champions are in ‘big, big trouble’ as they compete on multiple fronts this season.

Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Guardiola highlighted the toll that injuries have taken on his team, which is currently engaged in a tight race for the Premier League title and remains in contention in the UEFA Champions League.

“We are in big, big trouble,” Guardiola said. “I had the feeling we were tired in the last games. We will decide tomorrow what we have to do.”

Manchester City, the reigning treble winners of the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, and FA Cup, are facing significant challenges due to injuries to key players. The congested fixture schedule and international duties have further strained the squad.

“Take a look at our games, and you realize,” Guardiola explained. “He [Rodri] is so important for the quality he gives us. But if you have a player that doesn’t want to play, he won’t play.”

The manager also lamented injuries sustained by defenders John Stones and Kyle Walker during recent international matches. “I need to rest the center halves also, but in the friendly games, John Stones and Kyle Walker got injured, so they cannot rest,” he added.

Despite the setbacks, Manchester City advanced in the UEFA Champions League, recently facing Real Madrid in a challenging first-leg match. The team hopes to overcome the injury crisis and maintain their pursuit of silverware on all fronts.

Guardiola’s candid comments reflect the pressures of competing at the highest level in multiple competitions. As the season approaches its critical stages, Manchester City’s ability to navigate this injury crisis could be pivotal in their quest to retain their titles.

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