Guardiola spoke about the serious injury issues facing the team

Pep Guardiola Talks Manchester City's Injury Issues Ahead of Bournemouth Match



With the serious injury issues and a string of away games, will that make things more challenging? 
"No, I’ve mentioned this before because it’s just the reality. We’ll see what happens. Although recovery time has decreased, I would say I’m used to it; we’ve all gotten used to these situations. Maybe not to this extreme, but it’s a difficult scenario."

"But the players are coming back. Some who trained today performed very well, so maybe they can help us tomorrow. The situation is what it is, and, unfortunately, everyone but Rodri will return eventually."

Are you surprised by the players’ performances this season?
"I know their quality, so I’m very pleased. I can’t say much more. I’m genuinely happy with how we’ve played. Against Spurs, we fought to the last minute to equalize. We keep pushing forward, and I’m genuinely delighted!"

Does the fact that Sporting CP players know Amorim is leaving make your upcoming match against them tougher? 
"You’d have to ask him—the Portuguese journalist here! Right now, he’s distracted, texting, so he probably didn’t hear you… ask him! He knows Sporting’s players, and I expect the best outcome."

"The best advice we can give is to always play your best when facing an opponent. That’s a given, and I’m sure they’ll do that. It’s a Champions League match against City, so… but right now, I’m focused on something else."

After Alvarez’s transfer to Atlético, did the club discuss bringing in a backup for Haaland this summer? 
"No, you never expect to have seven, eight, nine players injured at once. When injuries hit, you’re always short-staffed. But when everyone’s healthy and available, this happens."

"When we won the League Cup four times in a row, it was because we took each round seriously, playing players who hadn’t seen much action in the recent Premier League games."

Have you ever experienced an injury crisis like this before?  
"Yes, during my time at Bayern, in a Champions League semifinal, seven players were out. In moments like that, you must be ready. Winning the treble happens when everyone’s there at the right time. Without that, you can compete for one trophy, but not more—it’s impossible."

"When everyone’s together, we can fight on all fronts, but it’s just not the case now. By the time we’re in the thick of the league, Champions League, and FA Cup, we’ll need everyone fit."

How inspiring are players who manage to stay healthy?  
"They’re used to dealing with pain. In modern football, almost all players play through it. People like Nadal have dealt with pain their entire careers. In today’s football, you must face it, or you won’t last in a top club with a game every three days."

Do you see every City player staying focused 24/7 this season?  
"Yes."

Would you keep a leaner squad next season if you remain at City or in any other role?  
"Yes, but if I knew next season would bring eight injuries, I’d want more players. But when we’re healthy, I prefer fewer."

Are you inspired by young coaches like Amorim coming to England?  
"Yes. United’s new coach isn’t unique; Emery, Iraola, many great coaches are here. Every coach has fresh challenges and ideas, and I’m always proving something to myself."

Earlier, you joked about losing the FA Cup final due to a hangover—was that serious?  
"That was just a joke, my friend! Of course, we prepared for that game. United deserved to win. We’d just won the league, so we had to celebrate! You spend 11 months winning a league, so you need a day or two of celebration, or what’s the point?"