DBasia.news – Manchester City manager, Josep Guardiola admitted he was surprised by his team’s victory against Arsenal. Guardiola said it was unusual for City to win at the end of the game.
Manchester City won 2-1 when they visited Arsenal in the 2021-2022 Premier League match, at the Emirates Stadium, Saturday (1/1). The Citizens’ winning goal was only created in the 90+3 minute through Rodri’s action. In fact, Arsenal have played with 10 players since the 59th minute.
“We are not a team that is used to scoring goals in injury time. I don’t remember the last time we scored after the 90th minute,” said Guardiola on Manchester City’s official website.
“I think it was about two to three years ago. At that point, Raheem Sterling scored against Southampton in added time.”
Pep Guardiola admits Arsenal gave fierce resistance. In fact, after playing with 10 players, the Gunners became increasingly difficult to penetrate.
“We are not a team with that character. However, because the situation is 10 against 11, Arsenal came out with five defenders and we fought to win,” explained the Spanish manager.
An additional three points make Manchester City more comfortable at the top of the standings. Man City collected 53 points from 21 matches. Next, Kevin De Bruyne and his friends will challenge Swindon Town in the FA Cup third round match, Saturday (8/12).