CurrentReport Blog Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has shared his thoughts on why his side fell to a 2-1 defeat against Brighton in their latest Premier League showdown. Despite Erling Haaland’s early goal that put City ahead, Brighton made a comeback in the second half with strikes from Joao Pedro and Matt O’Riley, securing all three points.
In his post-match interview, Guardiola praised Brighton’s performance, highlighting their skill on the ball and impressive pace up front. The City boss also noted that fatigue became a factor for his squad in the second half, which allowed Brighton to capitalize and turn the game around.
“They [Man City players] were magnificent in many ways,” Guardiola stated. “Brighton were really good with the ball and have a lot of pace up front. In the first half, we were brilliant, but in the second half, fatigue kicked in, and Brighton made changes that we couldn’t match, and that led to our loss.”
With this defeat, Manchester City faces a setback in their Premier League campaign, as Brighton continues to build momentum. Guardiola’s comments bring to light the depth challenges City is currently facing, sparking discussions on squad rotation and player fitness as the season progresses.
