This article contains adult content that may be inappropriate for minors. Please confirm that you are 18 years or older to continue. This article contains images or details that some readers may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised. Manchester City defeated Newcastle (2-1) on Saturday night and closed the gap to two points behind leaders Arsenal, who play this Sunday against Tottenham. It wasn't Manchester City's best game, but the points were the most important, and coach Pep Guardiola was beaming. "The connection we had with our fans was the best of the season. We had the best vibes, and we need these vibes from now until the end of the season. It wasn't the ideal game, but we were a team, and that's what we need to do at this stage of the season," emphasized the Spanish coach, who had good news for the squad: "I can give the boys about three days off. I want them to relax, enjoy life, drink caipirinhas and daiquiris during these three days," he surprised. Manchester City will have a seven-day break and will play their next game only next Saturday against Leeds United. "Then come back ready to train and play against Leeds. We won't be sitting here thinking about what Arsenal will do. And I know Leeds will be tough; Daniel [Farke] is my friend, and I know what he's worth…" he continued. 🚨🧘🏼♂️ Pep Guardiola: “I said to my players: go take caipirinhas, daiquiris… enjoy life! And then, training hard for Leeds game.” @Beanyman Sports 🎥 pic.twitter.com/G6k CRyph PB And more. Although he did not score, contributing to the 'Citizens' victory (only) with the assist for O'Reilly's second goal, Erling Haaland was for Guardiola the best on the field. "He was the man of the match. He ran, pressed, helped in defense. Without Erling, this victory would not have been possible," praised Pep.
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