"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, you can have for the [fasting] players to do it [break their fast]. It is what it is, unfortunately."
"We have good nutritionists and they adapt to what the team needs, said Guardiola in his pre-match briefing. We cannot adapt the schedule for the Premier League [kick-off] times and I think they are used to it they are not young and have been playing [for] many years during this period."
"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. Obviously some of the supporters did it, so we try to learn from it. It's disappointing, we need to do better next time."
Manchester City paused play in the 13th minute of their 1-0 victory against Leeds to allow Muslim players to break their Ramadan fast after sunset. Despite a stadium announcement, some fans audibly jeered the stoppage. Guardiola emphasized the importance of respecting religion and diversity in modern football, noting the Premier League permits one to two minutes for fasting players. He explained that experienced Muslim players like Omar Marmoush, Rayan Ait-Nouri, and Rayan Cherki are accustomed to managing Ramadan while playing professionally, supported by the club's nutritionists. Leeds assistant head coach Edmund Riemer acknowledged the supporters' behavior was disappointing and pledged improvement.
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