Pep Admits: ‘We Were Exhausted with an Aging Squad’—Revealing Struggles Amidst Grueling Schedule and Mounting Pressure

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has praised his team for their emotional resilience and performance in their 3-1 victory against Chelsea in the 23rd round of the Premier League. Guardiola also addressed the challenges of managing an aging squad and the team’s tough schedule.

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“We needed it. We were better with the ball and better in many other aspects.

“Emotionally, they come back incredibly well. Chelsea, we know the talent they have – it was really good.

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“We were tired because we have an old team.

“We have had a tough period because playing Ipswich and then three days ago in Paris – it was really tough for the physicality,” Guardiola has commented on.

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With the win, Manchester City moved up to 4th place in the Premier League standings with 41 points from 23 matches.