Guardiola: There is no more pragmatic coach than me; I want my opponents to defend in their box for the entire game

On September 22, in the 5th round of the Premier League, Manchester City will face Arsenal at home. Manchester City’s manager, Guardiola, confidently stated that the tactics employed by the Sky Blues are the most pragmatic, and what he desires most is to keep the opposition pinned down throughout the match.

Guardiola expressed that his playing style is the most practical and pragmatic: “We are the most pragmatic team in the world. Those who disagree can look at our results. Many say we pass the ball too much on the field, but this way of playing is a manifestation of our pragmatism.”

Guardiola then talked about his idea of the perfect match: “I want to see our opponents defending in their box for the entirety of the game, that’s what I want. Do you know why? Because it means the ball is far from our goal. Whenever the ball approaches our goal, I tremble with tension. Therefore, I believe the most pragmatic way to play is to keep the ball away from our goal.”

Guardiola continued: “The reason I do this is that I desperately want to win. Sorry, there is no coach more pragmatic than me. We have won many games with this approach, so why should I change? It’s hard for me to change because the results don’t lie.”

Guardiola then spoke about Manchester City’s performance: “Our opponents know how we play, and I also like the way we compete on the field. When I see my team now, I am still amazed. Even after all these years, they remain focused every minute of every game.”