Pep Guardiola interview: The manager of Manchester City praises the outstanding qualities of Rodri and emphasizes the significant influence of Phil Foden.

Josep ‘Pep’ Guardiola, the esteemed manager of Manchester City, was seen celebrating with Rodri after their recent Premier League match against Newcastle United. The match took place at the iconic Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England.

In an exclusive interview with TNT Sports, Guardiola expressed the significance of Rodri’s presence in midfield and showered praise on the talented Phil Foden, who has been in exceptional form.

Guardiola’s comments came ahead of Manchester City’s upcoming match against Everton, which will be broadcast live on TNT Sports and discovery+ on Saturday, February 10. The match is scheduled to kick off at 12:30.

Rodri has been a key player for City as they strive for another treble-winning season. Impressively, he has not been defeated in the last 52 matches he has played for the team.

Speaking about Rodri, Guardiola stated, “He is an exceptional holding midfielder. He has shown tremendous improvement in terms of impact, presence, and mentality. His contributions in scoring goals, defending, and his ability to move effectively in both tight spaces and open areas make him a fantastic player.”

Guardiola also emphasized the importance of strong personalities and characters within the team for achieving success. He believes that the manager’s ideas and playing style alone are not enough.

Both Rodri and Foden have been crucial players for City this season. Foden recently achieved the second hat-trick of his career against Brentford in the Premier League. The 23-year-old has been consistently improving and appears to be reaching new heights while playing in a more central position.

Guardiola acknowledged Foden’s continuous growth and attributed his recent performances to the player’s own hard work. He stated, “He loves to play football, and his impact this season and last, in terms of goals and movements near the box, has been crucial. I think his preference to play in a central role has contributed to his excellent form.”

Guardiola also highlighted Foden’s versatility, as he can play in multiple positions across the front line. However, the manager believes that Foden’s ability to find the back of the net, similar to only a few players he has seen, is what sets him apart. Guardiola emphasized the importance of Foden’s proximity to the goal.

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The match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1, with coverage starting at 11:00 on Saturday, February 10.

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