Manchester City and Arsenal (1-1) neutralized themselves this Sunday in the Premier League. Erling Haaland had opened the scoring for visitors after nine minutes, but the latter had to settle for a single point after the equalization of Gabriel Martinelli in additional time.
If they did not sunk like last season (5-1), the Skyblues showed a very different face from that to which they have accustomed us. Far from their usual offensive game, built on possession, the men of Guardiola mostly applied themselves to defend in low blocks.
Guardiola unveils the new City
Asked about this change of style, the Spanish coach assumed an evolution in the approach of his team. He even confirmed that City would now favor transition phases rather than conservation of the ball.
“Park the bus?” Once in 10 years, it's not that bad, right? I have to prove myself in the face of another strategy. Now, I'm a transitional team, do you know? »»joked Guardiola at a press conference.
