Pep Guardiola spoke about the improvement in his team’s training over the last week or so ahead of the Arsenal vs. Manchester City game. Guardiola stated that the players’ concentration has improved and that everyone is more focused. He couldn’t figure out why the team wasn’t as focused as it had been. The manager admitted that the encouragement has given him more confidence than he had two weeks ago.
Guardiola also addressed the Arsenal team’s performance in the last two games during the press conference. The Gunners have dropped points, but Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola sees them as a threat. He admits that when a good team like Arsenal loses, the next game becomes more difficult. However, he also stated that he does not believe the team’s level of play has dropped.
When asked about the title race, Guardiola stated that there are still many points to be played and that it is too early to make predictions. He acknowledged that the margin of victory for Premier League winners has historically been large. Guardiola stated that the final ten games would decide the title race.
Guardiola attributed the players’ ability to maintain focus to them. Although he acknowledged that it is his responsibility to keep the players focused, it is the players who must focus for the rest of the season. He mentioned that players’ focus can be affected by personal issues.
Finally, Guardiola discussed his team’s mentality. His team has had long unbeaten streaks and winning streaks in previous seasons. Guardiola explained that it is primarily the players’ responsibility to maintain that mentality. Guardiola stated that Manchester City is second in the table and that they must qualify for the Champions League once more.
Guardiola’s comments indicate that Manchester City is in good shape and is looking forward to the Arsenal match. The manager has faith in his players, and they will strive to maintain their focus for the remainder of the season.
