Pep Guardiola Laments Dominik Solanke Goal That Sparked "Emotional Issue" for Manchester City.
The Manchester City boss expressed his disappointment with Dominic Solanke's first goal, which was awarded after the striker appeared to kick through City defender Marc Guehi before the ball bounced past Gianluigi Donnarumma. The initial decision was that it would be an own goal, but the Premier League later changed their verdict.
Guardiola argued that if a central defender had committed such a foul in the opposite direction, it would have been considered a penalty. He suggested that the referee may have handed City a penalty instead, which could have altered the outcome of the game.
Despite the controversy surrounding Solanke's goal, Guardiola focused on the positive aspects of his team's performance, stating that they played well overall and had created many chances. However, he acknowledged that their slow start to the second half ultimately cost them dearly.
Guardiola has been known for his frank assessments of his team's performances in recent years, and this latest criticism is no exception. He identified several areas where City struggled, including missed duels and a lack of composure during set pieces. He also suggested that injuries and the introduction of new players may be contributing factors to their slow second-half performances.
With Liverpool up next, Guardiola will be keenly aware of the need for his team to address these issues quickly if they are to remain in contention for the Premier League title.
The Manchester City boss expressed his disappointment with Dominic Solanke's first goal, which was awarded after the striker appeared to kick through City defender Marc Guehi before the ball bounced past Gianluigi Donnarumma. The initial decision was that it would be an own goal, but the Premier League later changed their verdict.
Guardiola argued that if a central defender had committed such a foul in the opposite direction, it would have been considered a penalty. He suggested that the referee may have handed City a penalty instead, which could have altered the outcome of the game.
Despite the controversy surrounding Solanke's goal, Guardiola focused on the positive aspects of his team's performance, stating that they played well overall and had created many chances. However, he acknowledged that their slow start to the second half ultimately cost them dearly.
Guardiola has been known for his frank assessments of his team's performances in recent years, and this latest criticism is no exception. He identified several areas where City struggled, including missed duels and a lack of composure during set pieces. He also suggested that injuries and the introduction of new players may be contributing factors to their slow second-half performances.
With Liverpool up next, Guardiola will be keenly aware of the need for his team to address these issues quickly if they are to remain in contention for the Premier League title.
. I get why he's upset, but it feels like he's taking it out on the referee instead of focusing on his own team's preparation. We all saw how City struggled in the second half, and while they created plenty of chances, their lack of composure during set pieces was pretty cringeworthy 
. But at the same time, I don't want to blame the ref for changing the verdict – it's not like they were trying to screw them over 
. And let's be real, City are still top of the league because of their dominance in the first half, so maybe Pep should take a step back and enjoy the win instead of dwelling on what could've been 
... I mean, who knew kicking through a defender could change the outcome of the game like that? And what's up with Pep being so vocal about it though? He's always been known for his straight-shooting style, but this one seems pretty harsh. I get why he's disappointed, but you'd think the officials would've gotten it right the first time 
Remember when Ruud van Nistelrooy scored that infamous own goal against Manchester United back in 2003? 
And what really gets me is that they couldn't even capitalize on their chances. They had so many opportunities to kill off Liverpool, but they just couldn't seem to get it done. I'm starting to think that City are just not as cohesive as they used to be... 
. And let's be real, the fact that Dom Solanke got away with kicking Marc Guehi before the ball even reached him is just weird 
. The fact is, their slow second half was a major issue and they need to figure out what's going on before it's too late 
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that's like, super crucial for city's success. gotta hope they sort it out before the liverpool game 
and I'm still shaking my head about that goal 
can't believe it went in like that! I mean, we all know City's got a great squad but this is just ridiculous... they need to figure out what's going on with those set pieces ASAP or they'll get punished. And Pep's not one to sugarcoat things - he's saying they're missing duels and lacking composure... yeah no kidding 
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. And Pep's not just blaming the ref, he's got some valid points about his team needing to work on those missed duels and staying calm during set pieces 
. We'll see how they bounce back from this loss against Liverpool, fingers crossed they can get their mojo back 
... I mean, it was a weird decision by the ref, and yeah, the initial thought would've been an own goal, but that doesn't make the whole thing fair. And you're right, if Marc Guehi had done that to City in our direction, we'd've had a penalty without a doubt 
️. It's just frustrating 'cause it could've changed the game. But Pep's always been one to speak his mind and point out what needs improving, so maybe he's just trying to keep us on our toes 
. And yeah, if City had been awarded a penalty, the whole game would've changed 
. Can't blame Pep for wanting to get the best out of his team though 
. I mean, it's one goal that went against him but he didn't even try to get the ball first, right? 
They just gotta work on those set pieces and duels... that's what's killing them now 
and pep is right too, if marc guethi does that in the other direction it's a penalty lolol. slow starts are bad enough but when you got players missing duels left and right 
! You're gonna cry about one goal that was basically given to Dom Solanke? Like, he didn't even mean to kick the ball through Guehi, it just happened! It's not like City was robbed of a win. And btw, if a defender kicks the ball in the opposite direction, it's considered a foul and a penalty is awarded... basic rule, Pep! 
