Manchester City is in second place in Group A of the UEFA Champions League with six points behind Paris Saint-Germain. This Wednesday, November 3, the citizens will go in search of three points against Brugge for the fourth matchday of the Champions League at the Etihad Stadium to start their path to qualify for the knockout stages of the competition.
Josep Guardiola's team arrives at this match after losing last weekend against Crystal Palace by 0-2 in the Premier League. The Spanish coach appeared in a press conference, where he focused on the Belgian team, whom he defeated 5-1 on the third matchday. He highlighted the importance of the match and did not worry too much about his next game in the English league: the Manchester derby against the Red Devils.
“This match is more important than the one against United. This match would be an incredible step forward to reach the Champions League round of 16, while in the Premier League there are still many matches. Here we have six and there are three left. They are decisive,” commented Guardiola.
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However, the City coach pointed out: “In football, you can win or lose, what matters to me is how we play. The defeat on Saturday was tough, we know the schedule and how demanding it is. But we know what we have done, we want to finish well against United before the international break.”
In addition, Pep Guardiola indicated that he had been in contact with the agent of Kun Aguero, who suffered a heart arrhythmia in his last match with FC Barcelona and will be out of the field for three months.
“Yes, I sent a message to Aguero's agent. It's tough news for everyone, especially for him and his family. We wish him the best from the president and the entire coaching staff, and hope he has a good recovery. Life is the most important thing there is,” commented the Manchester City coach.