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Pep Guardiola Comments On Rodri, Haaland Ahead Of Man City Vs Luton
After a thrilling 3-3 draw with Real Madrid in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, coach Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City are back to the Premier League campaign.
Pep Guardiola and his boys are gunning for the fourth Premier League title in a row, and they will continue with the race against Luton Town at 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 13.
In the game’s pre-match press conference earlier today, April 12, reporters made Guardiola address Rodri’s comment that he needed rest.
In his response, Pep Guardiola said, “Every one of us can do better, even myself, but we need to rest, to be honest.
“I do. I do need a rest.”
The Spanish tactician continued: “If a player doesn’t want to play, he’s not going to play. If he’s tired and feels exhausted, it can happen – another player is going to play.
“I will have to rest central defenders but we don’t have them. We cannot rest.”
Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola came out to defend Erling Haaland, who suffered criticism for not being a “big game” player due to his poor performance against Real Madrid on Tuesday, April 9.
When reporters asked Guardiola how Haaland could improve his game, the Spanish tactician said: “Play more minutes, learn what you have to do.
“The target is not to win the Ballon d’Or, the target is to win the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, Carabao Cup and he did it.
“Without him, it would not be possible. No chance, impossible. He is a key player for us.”
Super Eagles and Chippa United goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has been dealt a devastating blow, losing his mother barely two months after the passing of his father.
Nwabali shared the heartbreaking news on X on New Year’s day, writing, “Rip mom, worst year of my life already” accompanied by tears and heartbreak emojis.
This emotional post came just hours after he shared a 2024 recap video, expressing optimism for the new year.
“2024 was a good year, we’re doubling everything in 2025. Thank you Chippa United FC. Thank you Super Eagles. Thanks to all my fans. Let’s do more!” he had written earlier.
Nwabali’s father died in November, just hours after the goalkeeper helped the Super Eagles secure a crucial point in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin Republic.
The goalkeeper’s bravery on the field was evident as he manned the goalpost despite his personal loss.
His teammates, fans, and well-wishers rallied around him, offering condolences and support.
With the loss of both parents, Nwabali joins the likes of Victor Osimhen, who has also experienced the pain of losing both parents.
Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappé, shared a rare glimpse of his personal life during an interview with Mouloud Achour on Clique.
The 25-year-old addressed serious allegations about an alleged rape incident in Stockholm but captured attention with his reflections on love and relationships.
When asked about expressing love, the Les Bleus forward shared: “Yes, to my mother, my father, my little brother. I try to give them this affection every day.”
On romantic love, Mbappé revealed to Le Parisien: “Yes, in the past, I have already been in love and I hope that I will be again. But currently, no.”
Watch him speak below:
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Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili made a spectacular debut at the Paris 2024 Olympics, delivering an impressive performance in the women’s 200m event.
After a disappointing setback in the women’s 100m, Ofili showcased her resilience by clinching victory in her heat with a new season’s best time of 22.24 seconds on Sunday, August 4. The victory has qualified her for the 2024 Olympics 200m women’s semi-finals which will take place this evening.
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