Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola turned heads during his post-match press conference following the team’s 3-3 draw against Feyenoord, not just for the unprecedented result, but also for the visible scratches and a cut on his nose.
Pep Guardiola Reveals Cause of Nose Cut After Dramatic Man City Draw
The match, which saw City relinquish a commanding 3-0 lead, left Guardiola visibly frustrated as Feyenoord clawed their way back to secure an improbable draw.
The Spanish tactician’s animated reactions from the touchline were mirrored by his disheveled appearance when he faced the media.
🚨🚨🎙️| Pep Guardiola when asked about the cuts on his nose and head:
“I want to harm myself…” pic.twitter.com/lks7c8gFdI
— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) November 26, 2024
During his media briefing, Guardiola shed some light on the cause of his facial injuries.
“My finger here. With my nail,” he explained, using humor to diffuse the situation.
“I want to harm myself. Goodnight.” His candid admission and lighthearted approach hinted at the depth of his frustration with the team’s current form.
City’s recent struggles have been well-documented, with the match against Feyenoord extending their winless streak to six games.
Despite their early dominance, Guardiola’s side failed to secure the victory, making history as the first team in the Champions League to not win a match after leading by three goals or more with just 15 minutes left on the clock.
The disappointment was palpable. “We have lost a lot of games lately because we are fragile and we need a victory,” Guardiola said.
“The game was good for confidence. We were playing at a good level. I don’t know if it’s a mental problem. Their first goal cannot happen, and the second as well.
After that, we are desperate to win, desperate to do well. We do well but we don’t win games.”
The draw has only added to the pressure on Guardiola, who recently extended his contract in pursuit of a historic fifth consecutive Premier League title.
With key player Rodri sidelined due to injury, City’s defensive frailties have been exposed, leading to a series of disappointing results.
As City prepares to face Liverpool next, Guardiola’s focus will undoubtedly be on stabilizing the team and regaining their winning momentum.
The road ahead is challenging, but Guardiola’s resilience and humor suggest he’s ready to face it head-on, even if it means a few more scratches along the way.
