Guardiola Downplays Expectations Ahead of Liverpool Clash

Ahead of a crucial match against Liverpool, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola acknowledged his team's struggles, admitting that it is unrealistic to think about major objectives at this time. With City facing a six-game winless streak, Guardiola emphasized the need to focus on building momentum one game at a time, highlighting the importance of the upcoming clash at Anfield. Conversely, Liverpool's new coach Arne Slot has revitalized the team, leading them to the top of the league, and he praised Guardiola's tactical prowess despite City’s current challenges. Slot expressed confidence in City's potential to recover while recognizing the difficulty of facing them, especially at Anfield. Both teams find themselves in contrasting forms, with Liverpool having lost just one match in all competitions this season. The stakes are high, as a loss for City could leave them 11 points behind the league leaders.