Pep Guardiola Faces New Test as Manchester City Struggles Expose Weaknesses
Manchester City have a simple goal under Pep Guardiola: win another Premier League and Champions League, cement his legendary status, and exit on a high note. But recent results suggest even Guardiola isn’t immune to setbacks.
City have suffered two humiliating defeats in a single week, including a shocking loss to Bodo/Glimt—a team from a town smaller than the Etihad Stadium’s capacity. The result has sent shockwaves through football, exposing serious problems that Guardiola must address if City are to avoid another season without silverware.
The squad’s weaknesses are glaring from defense to attack. On Tuesday, City conceded three goals, with two more disallowed, following another defeat four days prior. Marc Guehi’s upcoming arrival is seen as a crucial boost.
Midfielder Rodri, 2024 Ballon d’Or winner, has struggled to regain form after missing most of last season due to knee surgery. His recent red card, receiving two bookings in just a minute, underlined City’s struggles to control possession and regain the ball, highlighting deeper tactical and personnel issues.
Guardiola’s brilliance will be tested once again as he seeks to steer City back to dominance.
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