Manchester City fell to a 4-2 defeat against PSG in a dramatic Champions League match. Pep Guardiola admitted his team “could not cope” with PSG’s intensity. With UCL hopes now uncertain, City must secure a win against Club Brugge in their final group-stage game to stay in contention.
Manchester City suffered a crushing 4-2 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain in a dramatic Champions League encounter, leaving their progression hopes in jeopardy. Pep Guardiola acknowledged his team’s struggles, stating, “We could not cope. PSG was better, and we must accept it.”
City initially dominated with second-half goals from Jack Grealish and Erling Haaland. However, PSG mounted a stunning comeback, with Ousmane Dembele and Bradley Barcola leveling the score. Joao Neves’ 78th-minute header and Goncalo Ramos’ stoppage-time strike sealed the victory for the French side.
The loss places Manchester City 25th in the standings with eight points, needing a win against Club Brugge in their final group-stage fixture to secure a playoff spot. Guardiola emphasized the significance of the next match, saying, “We’ll give everything at home to qualify. If we don’t, it means we don’t deserve it.”
In addition to their European struggles, City faces Chelsea this weekend in a critical Premier League clash that could impact their domestic top-four ambitions. Guardiola also revealed concerns over Ruben Dias, who was substituted at halftime due to discomfort following a recent injury return.
Despite the setback, Guardiola remains optimistic, praising his players’ efforts and focusing on upcoming challenges. “Now we prepare for Chelsea and the Bruges final. The players gave everything, and we’ll fight to move forward,” he concluded.
The pressure mounts as City’s European and domestic campaigns hang in the balance.
