Pep Guardiola has lauded the professional discipline of his Manchester City players as they prepare for a challenging trip to Nottingham Forest while maintaining pressure on Premier League leaders Arsenal.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has praised his squad’s discipline following a strict warning against festive over-indulgence.
Before a brief break following their 3-0 win over West Ham, players were weighed and instructed to maintain their fitness standards for Saturday’s trip to Nottingham Forest.
Guardiola, who joked about his own seasonal weight gain, emphasized the high expectations at the club, stating, “We have a standard as a club, like everybody knows exactly what they have to do.”
The defending champions currently trail leaders Arsenal by just two points amidst a seven-game winning streak.
Guardiola expressed confidence in his team’s positioning across multiple competitions, including the Champions League and domestic cups.
Reflecting on the squad’s long-term consistency, the manager noted, “They have been incredibly disciplined since 10 years ago.”
With key players returning from injury, City aims to reclaim the top spot in the Premier League table before Arsenal plays on Saturday.
The upcoming fixture at the City Ground will be an emotional affair following the death of Nottingham Forest legend John Robertson.
Guardiola acknowledged the difficulty of the venue and the significance of the loss, saying, “Forest away has always been tough… especially with an important person in the history and the legacy like Mr Robertson that unfortunately passed away.”
Despite Forest’s proximity to the relegation zone, Guardiola remains wary of their quality and recent investment.