Manchester City's manager Expresses Remorse Over Broadcast Crew Altercation Following Defeat to Magpies
The City boss confessed feeling "shame" following an exchange with a TV crew member subsequent to the Citizens' loss at Newcastle this past weekend.
When the match concluded, an emotional Guardiola stepped onto the field and had heated discussions with match official Sam Barrott and Newcastle’s Bruno Guimarães, while also handling the headphones of the camera operator.
"I apologised," the manager remarked. "I'm humiliated, regretful, when I see it. I don’t like it. I immediately apologized to the cameraman. I am who I am. After 1,000 games I’m not a perfect person, I make huge mistakes."
"One thing is certain, I defend any team and my club, without a doubt. The reason why I support my squad is clear – based on my career to win the Premier League we have to do 100 points, 98 points, or we fall short."
Team Standing and Manager's Take
City are third and are seven behind the Gunners following their fourth loss this campaign. "Four defeats in twelve matches means we must do better," Guardiola admitted. "Mathematically, it’s possible to win everything."
When questioned about a potential quadruple was a realistic aim, he responded: "As a seasoned reporter, did you hear my talk discuss four trophies in December when we won the quadruple? No."
Interaction with Guimarães
On the subject of his talk with Guimarães, the coach explained: "I've known him a long time and post-match, home or away, we converse. We often meet and we get along well. I enjoy it. I'm passionate, I love to talk and move my hands."
He wouldn't mind if an opposition manager addressed his squad right after the final whistle. "Not if it's respectful like I always have done, it's fine," he said, before referencing Barrott. "He was part of it for 95 minutes, 98 minutes, he was involved. My God, very much so."
Debatable Calls
City were unhappy that Barrott or the VAR denied a spot-kick for a Fabian Schär challenge on Phil Foden, while they also questioned Bruno's positioning on Barnes' goal the decisive strike. Pictures published later show he was level.
Upcoming Milestone
He will manage of his 100th Champions League game versus Leverkusen on Tuesday. "It’s quite good, showing we compete annually," he commented.
City have 10 points after four games of the league phase, while Leverkusen have five.
