Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has shared his team’s approach for their crucial Champions League match against Club Brugge on Wednesday.
City, who have struggled in the competition this season, are currently 25th in the standings with eight points from two wins, two draws, and three defeats.
Their most recent Champions League outing ended in a 4-2 loss to Paris Saint-Germain. They are now one spot outside the knockout qualification zone.
Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Guardiola emphasized the importance of winning the final group-stage match, describing it as both a challenge and an opportunity.
“The situation we have is that we have to win the game, and if not, we will not continue in this competition,” he stated. Guardiola outlined his team’s mindset, saying they plan to approach the game by “reading, relaxing, and understanding” their opponents.
He added, “We would like to score a lot in the first 20 minutes, but I don’t think it is going to happen. The approach is to read the game we have to play – be completely relaxed, no emotions, and understand the game. I know these types of games require something special.”
