"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 took on a little bit of vitamins because [Rayan] Cherki, [Rayan] Ait-Nouri did not eat today. No more than that. The question is, can they do it or not? What is the problem? For the players, I think it is not new. Both Rayans, Omar and Khusa, it is not the first time for Ramadan, and they know perfectly how to handle it."
"They follow this religious tradition. We have good nutritionists, and they adapt to what the team needs. We cannot adapt the schedule for the Premier League times, and I think they are used to it; they are not young and have been playing for many years."
Manchester City's match against Leeds United was paused for 78 seconds in the 13th minute to allow Muslim players observing Ramadan to consume food and drink after sunset, a practice permitted under Premier League regulations. Some Elland Road supporters booed the stoppage despite a stadium announcement explaining the reason. Guardiola responded strongly, stating that respecting religion and diversity is essential in the modern world. He noted that the Premier League explicitly allows such breaks and that his fasting players, including Rayan Cherki and Rayan Ait-Nouri, are experienced in managing their religious observance during matches. Guardiola emphasized that the team's nutritionists help players adapt appropriately while maintaining competitive standards.
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