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The Digest:

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has explained that his team’s 2-0 defeat to Tottenham was a result of their poor reaction to the opponent’s high-pressure tactic.

Key Points:

  • Man City lost to Tottenham 2-0 in the Premier League.
  • Pep Guardiola explained the defeat was due to tactical failure.
  • He said his team reacted poorly to Tottenham’s pressing.
  • Guardiola admitted his players "missed the simple things."
  • The defeat came despite knowing about Tottenham's tactics.
  • The goals were scored by Brennan Johnson and João Palhinha.
  • Guardiola told TNT Sports that the second goal made recovery difficult.
Guardiola's post-match analysis shows that even the most prepared teams can be undone by basic errors. He emphasizes the importance of individual execution under pressure.

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria, Goal.com

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