Guardiola Addresses Premier League Dominance and Controversial Noon Kickoff Ahead of Key Liverpool Clash
In a recent press briefing, Manchester City’s esteemed manager, Pep Guardiola, addressed ongoing allegations of his team ‘destroying’ the Premier League. The comments come ahead of a high-stakes showdown with Liverpool, scheduled for an early afternoon kickoff on Saturday. This timing, unusual for a match of such significance, has sparked debate and some criticism.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola and Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp-GETTY Images
Guardiola, known for his tactical acumen, took a tongue-in-cheek approach to the allegations, emphasizing that Manchester City isn’t responsible for scheduling matches. “Please don’t blame Manchester City this time; we don’t set the match schedules, that’s not our job,” he remarked, addressing the media.
🔵 Pep Guardiola on early kickoff time vs Liverpool: “Please don’t blame Man City for that, please, we are not involved!”.
“We ruin the PL but you know, I’m sorry… it’s not that, it’s a kick-off from them it’s not our fault”. pic.twitter.com/M4bPp4C0X6
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) November 25, 2023
Adding to his satirical response, Guardiola said, “Yes, we are ‘destroying’ the Premier League as you know, but sorry, the match timing was decided by them, and we are not at fault in anything.”
The upcoming match, to be held at the Etihad Stadium, sees Manchester City in a favorable position, topping the Premier League standings with 28 points. They hold a slender one-point lead over their opponents, Liverpool, who are currently in second place. This game is not just a battle for supremacy but also a test of strategic depth and endurance in one of the world’s most competitive leagues.
