Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has expressed his frustration over the absence of key players, particularly Rodri and Phil Foden, who he considers among the best in the world.
“We are playing this season without the best player of the Ballon d’Or, Rodri… and without the best player in England last season, Foden,” Guardiola stated. “Not one team can play without central defenders, without the Ballon d’Or, and the best PL player for all the season.”
Guardiola’s comments highlight the significant impact of injuries on City’s performance this season. The absence of these key players has undoubtedly affected the team’s ability to compete at the highest level.