“It’s just relief!” Pep Guardiola reacts to emphatic 2-0 win over Leicester City as Manchester City break free of losing streak

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola was in no mood to celebrate the 2-0 win over Leicester City in the Premier League.

“It’s just relief!” Pep Guardiola reacts to emphatic 2-0 win over Leicester City as Manchester City break free of losing streak

Pep Guardiola was in no mood to celebrate the 2-0 win over Leicester City (Via X/@ManCity)

Manchester City won just its second game in the last ten outings in all competitions as players, fans and management breathed a sigh of relief. Leicester City was on the receiving end of a 2-0 triumph as goals from Savinho and Erling Haaland saved the day for the Cityzens.

With the win, City broke free of the losing streak, in which the defending champions went winless in the last four Premier League matches. City desperately needed all three points going into the game, and despite initial pressure from the hosts, the opening goal came through Savinho.

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The Brazilian scored his first goal of the season for Manchester City after signing for them back in July 2024. The 20-year-old claimed his goal from a rebound as he beat Jakub Stolarczyk at his near post.

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He then went on to set up star striker Erling Haaland for a headed finish from close range. Home fans blamed Jamie Vardy for missing several chances in front of goal against the reigning League champions. Following the game, manager Pep Guardiola refused to celebrate the win.

I would say we needed it, all of us. It’s not the ideal performance, but in these moments, it’s almost impossible. It’s not enjoyable, just relief right now.

Pep Guardiola told the press via beIN SPORTS

As things stand, Manchester City is in fifth position, with 31 points from 19 games. At this point, the club should focus on finding consistency and getting the UCL spot as they cannot challenge for the EPL this season.

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Pep Guardiola heaps praise on 22-year-old old star following important win

It isn’t common practice that Pep Guardiola heaps praise on his substitutes after a win. The Spanish tactician introduced a 22-year-old Englishman in the second half as City needed to clamp down on its one-goal lead.

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James McAtee set the stage for Manchester City’s second goal against Leicester City (Via GOAL & X/@ManCity)

Introduced to the game after subbing off Phil Foden, James McAtee did incredibly well to set the stage for Haaland’s goal. McAtee impressed City supporters, including Pep Guardiola himself as he carried the ball near the touchline, beating two of his markers with relative ease.

The player was then made to face the away fans as they applauded his second-half performance. Following the game, Pep Guardiola hugged the player as he spoke emphatically about his performance.

He didn’t make one wrong action, so mature! He’s a guy from a generation here that’s been unbelievable.

Pep Guardiola told the press via TribalFootball
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City’s next game in the Premier League is against West Ham United while Salford awaits in the third round of the FA Cup. Fans around the globe are hoping that City finally manages to turn things around after a losing streak this season.