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PEP GUARDIOLA SIGNALS MAN CITY ATTACK NEEDS BEYOND HAALAND GOALS
Pep Guardiola warns Man City cannot rely solely on Erling Haaland for goals after his double beat Everton. While praising Phil Foden's "fine wine" development, he urged other attackers to step up and share the scoring burden.
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Following Manchester City's 2-0 victory over Everton on Saturday, Pep Guardiola expressed that his team should not depend solely on their star striker, Erling Haaland, for all their goals.
Haaland's double at the Etihad Stadium catapulted City to the top of the Premier League, but just hours later, Arsenal reclaimed that position after the Norway international scored in 11 consecutive matches for both club and country.
Guardiola noted that Haaland could have netted even more and lamented the ongoing situation where he is currently the sole goal-scorer for City.
When asked about his concerns regarding the lack of goal contributions from the rest of the squad, Guardiola replied, "Absolutely." “In the end, Erling could have easily scored four or five goals.
"What can I say, our key player? However, we cannot rely on him alone. Not just Erling, but all of us want to perform well. Other players, including the attacking midfielders and wingers, need to step up.
"They need to find the back of the net because the chances we create are so clear. Tijjani [Reijnders], Jeremy [Doku], and Savinho all had opportunities. They must capitalise on those.
Guardiola: Foden improves over time, much like fine wine.
Another standout performer was Phil Foden, who demonstrated a renewed attacking threat and creativity. The midfielder has faced challenges on and off the field, but his display on Saturday was remarkably sharp.
Two years ago, Foden enjoyed his most successful season as a City player, earning the titles of Premier League Player of the Season as well as the PFA and FWA Player of the Year.
"Like a quality wine, he will improve with age," Guardiola remarked, likening the 25-year-old to wine despite facing some recent difficulties, his exhilarating performances in the Club World Cup before this season, and a shift in mindset.
"[He is] maturing and improving overall," the Spaniard added. He is performing well, smiling, enjoying himself, and exhibiting great body language during training.
He consistently creates opportunities with his movements. The rest of the team was solid, but the first half proved more challenging as we struggled to identify who was open.
"Phil can play and make runs like he used to, as we all remember." Although we didn’t reach our peak last season, Phil has always been remarkable. Always.
"It's not possible to be in sixth gear all the time. We must manage the tempo. He will eventually refine his game and become less explosive consistently. Effort and rhythm are necessary; gradually, he will improve.
"My players will sleep in the form they had in the Champions League."
Even without Haaland, Guardiola's team has improved significantly in recent game weeks, and Saturday's outcome was City's eighth game without a loss since back-to-back losses to Brighton & Hove Albion and Tottenham Hotspur earlier in the season.
After having seven shots on goal and more than 71 per cent of the possession, the Catalans concluded that their victory was well-earned after a quick review.
It gives City a lot of momentum going into their Champions League away match against Villarreal and their later-week trip to Aston Villa.
Guardiola remarked, "Of course they had chances [too], because we threw away a couple of balls." They excel at long balls and second balls, and David Moyes' teams are undoubtedly among the best.
Overall, it was well-earned. We created a lot of opportunities, particularly after the score of 1-0. The influence of Rayan Cherki, Oscar [Bobb], and Bernardo [Silva], the lads from the bench. They possess a unique talent.
Kova [Mateo Kovacic] and Rico [Lewis] as well. After ten days, we have another win, so it is safe to start over. This always occurs in the first 20 minutes following the international break.
"We are not fully in our current dynamic. We achieved a positive outcome with a victory over Brentford, but we then found it difficult to recover.
"We will sleep in the Champions League places this weekend, and the game was good overall, particularly in the second half. That is excellent.
DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE
Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.
El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images
Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.
The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.
The disciplinary committee of the RFEF
"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."
Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.
Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.
No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.
ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.
Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)
According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.
Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.
Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.
Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.
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