Manchester City experienced a significant defeat against Saudi team Al-Hilal in the Club World Cup. Despite a strong first half, the team struggled during the second half and extra time. Pep Guardiola's late substitutions and use of veterans were criticized as contributing factors to the loss. Although it was a disappointing outcome, the team can now focus on resting ahead of a demanding season. Guardiola expressed gratitude to his staff and highlighted the team's performance despite the setback. Media reactions questioned the team's performance and depth, suggesting needed improvements going forward.
At this stage, they are all difficult games. We allowed them to create transitions but we created a lot and in general we were good. It's a pity. We were in such a good place and I cannot say thank you enough to the staff, how they train and prepare, they have given everything. We made a lot of actions and Bounou made incredible saves. Nothing else to say. I have the feeling that the team is doing well but we go home and now time to rest and refresh our mind and come back next season.
I still can't quite understand how we went from that Juventus performance to that one last night? The whole game just felt like one too far in terms of needing a rest/break. In hindsight getting knocked out may not be the worst thing looking at the bigger picture.
That's on PepThat's on his sub patternsThat's on the back line Same shit from 24/25.
Too many rotten apples in this team unfortunately. We still have a lot of work to do.
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