Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher were targeted by Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola after the team’s recent loss in the Premier League title race. Guardiola hinted that Phillips could potentially play for Man City due to Rodri’s absence.
Following Manchester City’s draw against Tottenham, extending their winless streak to three league games, Guardiola responded strongly to comments made by Richards and Carragher during a Tuesday news conference.
Guardiola expressed frustration at the insinuation of ‘complacency’ and questioned the character of the team when not winning.
He defended his team’s behavior, emphasizing their remarkable commitment, while taking aim at Carragher and Richards’ lack of Premier League titles. Guardiola pointed out Carragher’s and Richards’ absence from winning the Premier League multiple times, suggesting he observed his team’s dedication in their pressing, fighting spirit, and determination to remain competitive until the final whistle.
He dismissed the notion of indulging in mind games, refuting any intention to taunt Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, emphasizing his focus on the team’s performance rather than engaging in managerial mind games to manipulate players’ emotions.
