Manchester City, led by Pep Guardiola, faced a surprising defeat against Al Hilal in the FIFA Club World Cup, losing 4-3 after extra time. Guardiola expressed disappointment but shifted focus to the forthcoming Premier League season. He recognized the team's positive form and urged players to rest mentally. The performance against Al Hilal revealed issues with finishing, despite creating several scoring opportunities. Guardiola commended the players’ relationships and training efforts while acknowledging the competitive nature of the World Cup.
Guardiola expressed disappointment over the team's exit from the FIFA Club World Cup, emphasizing their performance against Al Hilal. He stated, "They did not create much in the first half, we did but could not finish it." He acknowledged the team's decent form leading into the new season but insisted on the importance of taking advantage of opportunities in future matches. The City manager also recognized the positive dynamics within the team and staff, underscoring a need for better clinical finishing in upcoming games.
Guardiola emphasized the need for his players to recharge mentally before the new season, urging them to "rest their minds" after their exit. Describing the mood as good, he thanked the players for their efforts in training. "We had a feeling that the team is doing well, but we go home and now it's time to rest and rest our minds for the new season." He acknowledged the importance of winning and being clinical in the future.
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