Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola warned his gamers to be extra cautious when out in public after defender Kyle Walker turned the topic of a police investigation for allegedly exposing himself in a bar.
British media reported that Cheshire Police are trying right into a video “in relation to an indecent exposure” after The Sun alleged 32-year-old Walker had uncovered himself in a Manchester bar. No arrests have been made, nevertheless.
Guardiola refused to touch upon the matter on Friday, saying it was a “private issue” that will be resolved internally by the membership, however stated gamers should all the time be on their guard after they step out of the home.
“Yes, definitely, completely different from years ago,” he instructed reporters forward of Saturday’s journey to Crystal Palace.
“They know it already. When you open the door at home, you have to know that you will be filmed whatever you do. That is part of society.”
Guardiola stated City will probably be flying to London somewhat than taking the prepare after it took six hours to succeed in its lodge final month forward of a 1-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur.
Blizzards have additionally wreaked havoc on the motorways resulting in lengthy site visitors jams however Guardiola stated that they had deliberate to fly to London beforehand.
“It was that day, six hours from here to the hotel. But we didn’t lose to Tottenham because of that trip. That day for many reasons, the traffic, delays to trains many hours. That day it took six hours,” he stated.
“The team manager organised the trip as usual. So we will travel by plane… and hopefully we land safe and go to the hotel.”
Guardiola stated Phil Foden is obtainable for the journey after he injured his ankle within the 2-0 win over Newcastle United as City seems to be to reel in league chief Arsenal which has a five-point benefit.
Palace is twelfth within the standings however simply 5 factors off the relegation zone and supervisor Patrick Vieira stated it was a matter of concern for his staff which is winless in 2023, a run of 10 video games in all competitions.
“It’s important for us to remain calm to keep working and keep improving. We have a tough week ahead of us. It will be important to do our best and to try to get points,” Vieira stated.
“We have to be brave and play as best as we can and give them problems. I strongly believe we can give them problems.
“I think the excitement to play City or any of the top teams is there, especially at home.”
Source: sportstar.thehindu.com