September 18th 2024.
Manchester City's manager, Pep Guardiola, predicts that Arsenal will once again be strong contenders for the Premier League title. Despite having concerns about the lack of playing time for some of his key players, Guardiola is confident in his team's ability to perform well in their upcoming match against Arsenal.
In their previous game against Inter Milan, City was held to a goalless draw. Guardiola gave midfielder Rodri his first start of the season, while substitutes Phil Foden and Ilkay Gundogan were brought on in the second half. Despite their efforts, the team was unable to break the deadlock against the Italian champions.
Now, the focus shifts to Arsenal, who will be playing their first Champions League game of the season against Atalanta before facing City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. When asked about the intensity of the upcoming games, Guardiola acknowledged the challenge but accepted it as part of the schedule.
He also praised his players for their behavior and performance so far this season, noting the difficulties they faced in the Community Shield game but their strong performance in the Premier League. Against Inter, Guardiola was impressed by their efforts and gave credit to the opposition, acknowledging their reputation as a tough team to beat.
Looking ahead to Sunday's match, Guardiola admitted that he doesn't know much about Arsenal's tactics under new manager Mikel Arteta. He will have to study their style of play and adjust accordingly. However, he recognizes that Arsenal is an exceptional team, with a solid defense and a young, talented squad.
Guardiola sees Arsenal as a major challenge and a strong contender for the title in the last two seasons. He believes they will continue to be a top team for years to come due to their deep squad and talented young players. Despite this, Guardiola is confident in his team's progress and is looking forward to seeing how they perform against Arsenal on Sunday.
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