He was their standout player today. During the halftime break, my players mentioned they were struggling to contain him because he was everywhere (smiles). He gave my players a tough time on the pitch. For me, he’s my favorite player in Liverpool.” Manchester City’s manager admitted that the Liverpool star played a pivotal role in their victory, acknowledging him as the key figure in the Reds’ win.

Someone needs to take Pep Guardiola off post-match press duties.

The Manchester City manager’s frustration from his post-Feyenoord meltdown seemed to carry over into his side’s 2-0 defeat to Liverpool in the Premier League.

During the game, Guardiola was seen responding to a playful chant from the home crowd, reminding them of his contributions to English football.

His post-match remarks about Liverpool fans only confirmed that the Anfield faithful had successfully gotten under his skin.

Guardiola’s Frustration with Liverpool Fans

Guardiola expressed disappointment at the banter directed at him as Liverpool secured their critical victory.

“All the stadiums want to sack me; it started at Brighton! Maybe they’re right, given our recent results,” the City boss said, as quoted by BBC Sport.

“I didn’t expect it at Anfield. They didn’t chant it at 1-0, but at 2-0. Maybe they should have sung it in the past. I didn’t expect it from Liverpool fans, but it’s fine—it’s part of the game, and I completely understand. We’ve had incredible battles together. I respect them.”

Come on, Pep, it’s just a bit of light-hearted fun. No reasonable football fan genuinely believes your position at Manchester City is in jeopardy, especially after delivering an astonishing 18 trophies at the Etihad.

Instead, let’s focus on what was a fantastic performance from Arne Slot’s Liverpool side, who are now building serious momentum in the title race.

After City’s four consecutive Premier League titles, a change at the top of the table by the end of the 2024/25 campaign would be a refreshing twist