Coach Pep Guardiola expressed concern because Man City prepared the season later than Arsenal. He admits that The Citizens are not at their best yet.

At 22:00 on Sunday (August 6), Man City will face Arsenal in the English Super Cup. Before this match, coach Pep Guardiola expressed concern about Man City’s preparation process.

Coach Pep Guardiola admitted Man City were not in the best shape before the match against Arsenal (Image: Getty).

Speaking at the press conference, the Spaniard said: “After winning three titles last season, we will aim to conquer the new title. Man City have competed in the Super Cup for the past three years. In addition, the team will meet Sevilla in the European Super Cup and play in the FIFA Club World Cup in Saudi Arabia at the end of the year.

Of course, the whole team will try their best to conquer the titles. We prepare the new season two weeks later than Arsenal. Therefore, at this time, Man City has certain difficulties. The whole team is not in the best shape. We are always fighting to find a new bounce each season. Hopefully the winning mentality will help Man City to compete with Arsenal.”

Coach Pep Guardiola believes Arsenal have made the right additions in the summer of 2023 when they brought in Havertz, Declan Rice and Jurrien Timber. He said: “Definitely. Arsenal will be stronger. Mikel Arteta has brought the club back to its original position.

Coach Pep Guardiola rated Declan Rice as a quality rookie of Arsenal (Image: Getty).

I was not disappointed when I missed my Declan Rice. He made the right choice when he joined Arsenal. The offer from “Gunners” was amazing. I think he’s a really important factor. Arsenal have bought an incredible player.”

Meanwhile, Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta expressed determination: “We will fight to win every title. The whole team needs to prove it. What we did last season was not enough to win it. big title.

We are very excited ahead of the Super Cup game. Arsenal are on the verge of winning the title. The team has the ability to beat the best team in Europe last season.”

Coach Mikel Arteta is confident in Arsenal’s ability to win (Image: BBC).

In this match, Arsenal did not have the service of Gabriel Jesus because of a knee injury. Speaking of the absence, the Arsenal head coach said: “Gabriel Jesus feels very disappointed. He feels the situation is fine but the problem is still there. We do not want to risk this player. I believe that Gabriel Jesus will return soon.”