"It is a modern world, right? [You see] what is happening in the world today. Respect religion, diversity - that is the point. The Premier League says you can have one or two minutes for the [fasting] players to do it [break their fast]. It is what it is, unfortunately."
"The question is, can they do it or not? What is the problem? They follow this religious tradition. We have good nutritionists and they adapt to what the team needs. We cannot adapt the schedule for one or two minutes?"
"It's disappointing. We need to do better next time. Obviously some of the supporters did it, so we try to learn from it. I'm probably the guy who doesn't hear a lot because I'm really focused on the game, but I've heard about it."
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola criticized Leeds United supporters who booed a brief stoppage during their match to allow Muslim players to break their Ramadan fast. Play was halted 13 minutes in after sunset so players could eat and drink, with a clear message displayed on the stadium screen. Despite this, some home fans jeered the break. Guardiola questioned what the problem was, stating that respecting religion and diversity is essential in the modern world. The Premier League permits one or two minutes for fasting players. Leeds assistant manager Edmund Riemer acknowledged the boos were disappointing and called for improvement.
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