Hey football fans! ⚽️ If you're following the Premier League drama, things just got spicier. Manchester City's boss, Pep Guardiola, has sounded the alarm: \"We are in big, big trouble.\" 😱
At a press conference on Friday, Guardiola opened up about the injury crisis hitting his squad. With City neck and neck in the race for the Premier League title, the timing couldn't be worse. They're currently third in the table, just one point behind Arsenal and Liverpool after 31 intense games. The pressure is on! 🏆
The reigning champs are not just battling domestically. They're also defending their crowns in the UEFA Champions League and the FA Cup. Talk about multitasking! But the recent 3-3 draw against Real Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinals has fans biting their nails. 😬
\"Take a look at our games, and you realize,\" Guardiola said. \"It is simple. 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 injury list is growing. Key defenders like John Stones and Kyle Walker picked up knocks during England's friendly matches. \"I need to rest the center halves also, but in England's friendly games, John Stones and Kyle Walker got injured, so they cannot rest,\" Guardiola added. \"We are in big, big trouble.\" 💔
The fatigue is real. \"I had the feeling we were tired in the last games. We will decide tomorrow what we have to do,\" he concluded. Fans are hoping the team can pull through this rough patch and keep their title dreams alive. 🌟
Will Manchester City overcome this hurdle, or will the injuries derail their quest for glory? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure—this season is far from over! Stay tuned! 📺
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Man City in 'big, big trouble' due to injuries, says manager Guardiola
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