In the fifth round of the Premier League, Trossard was sent off in the first half, and Stones scored an equalizer in stoppage time, ultimately resulting in a 2-2 draw between Manchester City and Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium. After the game, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola spoke to the media.
Guardiola said, “I don’t know how many Arsenal players were cramping, but it can happen in such an intense match.”
“We kept crossing the ball with Dias, Akanji, and Haaland in the box, but they had Rice, Saliba, Gabriel, and Carafiori back there, so it was very difficult with ten men behind the ball. But eventually, we got the result we deserved.”
“Arsenal time-wasting? Maybe if I were in their position, I would do the same because they only had ten men. You have to ask Arteta about their tactics. They did well with long balls to Havertz, who is strong, and then they competed for second balls. In the end, we stayed patient, created chances, and scored goals. That’s it.”
Regarding Rodri’s injury, Guardiola added, “I don’t know how he is doing; I haven’t spoken to the doctor yet.”
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