In preparation for a critical match against Aston Villa, Pep Guardiola has called on Manchester City's fans to provide vocal support, as the match is vital for Champions League qualification. With City positioned fourth and only a point ahead of Villa, every match is crucial. Guardiola highlighted the quality of Aston Villa as a contender for Champions League spots, referencing their prior performance against PSG. Additionally, Guardiola praised young player Nico O'Reilly for stepping up in a defensive position, stressing the importance of physical robustness and adaptability in tight schedules.
"Every point, every game counts, said Guardiola. Hopefully [our people] can help us [from] minute one. Don't wait... we need them desperately, to support us, to make noise..."
"Villa is a contender to qualify for the Champions League, and both games they play against PSG, wow I was really impressed... They can play low block or not, but when they decide to go, with the weapons they have, the speed they have..."
"I admire that he's playing a position he's never played before, he's learning. Of course has to improve [defensively] but with the ball he's good..."
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