Guardiola spoke about the intensity of the fixture schedule, stating that many players are managing pain as they compete and emphasized the current injury 'emergency' his squad is facing.
'In modern football, players must often compete while in pain,' Guardiola stated, linking this to the demanding nature of the sport and drawing a parallel with Rafael Nadal's career.
Guardiola confirmed the use of academy players due to the current injury crisis, emphasizing the need for depth in certain positions amid ongoing fitness issues.
Reflecting on De Bruyne's recovery, Guardiola expressed cautious optimism, noting he's getting better after a tough period since his thigh injury.
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