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Guardiola Urges City to Forget Losses, Focus on Leeds
26 Nov
Summary
- Manchester City suffered two recent defeats, impacting title and Champions League hopes.
- Pep Guardiola accepts significant responsibility for recent team performances.
- The team needs a strong focus on upcoming matches, starting with Leeds United.
Manchester City's manager, Pep Guardiola, has urged his players to cast aside recent setbacks and concentrate on future challenges. The team experienced consecutive defeats, first in the Premier League against Newcastle and then a significant 2-0 loss to Bayer Leverkusen in the UEFA Champions League, jeopardizing their progress in both competitions.
Guardiola acknowledged his share of responsibility for the team's uninspired displays, particularly following a summer squad revamp. The Catalan coach stressed the importance of mental fortitude, stating the need to 'clean our heads' and shift focus from the recent four days to upcoming games.
With a crucial home league match against Leeds United on the horizon, City must secure a victory to maintain their Premier League title aspirations. The club also faces a challenging UEFA Champions League group-stage fixture against Real Madrid, underscoring the need for immediate improvement and a return to winning ways.
