Article by Cosmin Nistor – published on Sunday, September 14, 2025 23:06 / Updated Sunday, September 14, 2025 23:07
Manchester City showed signs that he returns to the excellent form, after the categorical victory in front of the rivals from Manchester Unitedscore 3-0, on Etihad Stadium. Phil Foden opened the scoring with a header in the 18th minute, and Erling Haaland He signed a “double” in the second half, in minutes 53 and 68, strengthening the supremacy of “citizens” in derby.
“I have changed a lot in this transfer window, adding nine players to the team's nucleus. It is impossible to think about all these things and conceive everything we have done. The spirit, the body language, the desire to fight together. It is a privilege to bring joy and moments of happiness, because I know how much the derby matters.”
Guardiola noted the individual performance of City – United 3-0
“Erling has been incredible since the beginning of the season and now it is better than ever. It is dynamic, we want to score goals and help us. Phil Foden was missing a lot. Last season was the best player in the Premier League and it is the heart of the club. To have him back.”
In addition to Haaland and Foden, Guardiola also praised the contribution of Jeremy Doku, author of two excellent assists, as well as Abdukodir Khusanov, who played in the role of right defender and made a solid match:
“There is no human being who can play at this rhythm everyday. Khusanov is very fast and closed the right side. He lost a few balls, and his energy was impressive.”
The Catalan manager did not forget about the debutant goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, who had decisive interventions, including a memorable one against Bryan Mbeumo.
“I always try to adapt to the quality of the players. I would not ask Gigi to do what Ederson was doing; he has other qualities. He is high, strong and an important presence on the great scenes.”
Pep evoked the exciting moment of silence for the legend of Box Ricky Hatton, died today
“I was impressed by the intensity of the applause. There are no words to include the pain of the family. I know how much the fans of City appreciated it. It was an incredible moment, which I will always keep in memory.”
For Manchester City now follows the match in the Champions League, against Napoli.
