Spanish tactician, Pep Guardiola, has acknowledged that Manchester City’s upcoming fixtures are “10 finals” that will determine their season’s success.

In a post-match interview with TNT Sports following City’s narrow 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest, Pep Guardiola reflected on the difficulties of the encounter. The decisive moment came late in the game when Callum Hudson-Odoi scored, sealing a hard-fought victory for Forest, which left City in fourth place in the Premier League standings with 47 points.

Guardiola stressed the importance of winning the remaining matches to solidify their league position, stating, “We have 10 games to qualify for our goals, and we must secure victories as we prepare for each new challenge. We anticipated that this would be a tough game, and the Premier League’s competitive nature continues to elevate year by year.”

Analyzing the factors that contributed to the defeat, Guardiola noted that the match was tightly contested throughout. He highlighted a critical turning point during a pivotal transition moment, where Hudson-Odoi seized an opportunity and finished with precision past City’s goalkeeper Ederson.

He explained, “It was indeed a close match; we handled their long balls and transitions well for the majority of the game. Unfortunately, we lost focus for just a moment in the second half, and Hudson-Odoi took advantage of that lapse. Nottingham Forest is a difficult team to face; their league position truly reflects their quality and resilience.”

Despite this setback, Pep Guardiola remains resolute and focused on the challenges ahead. He recognized that his team was able to create several promising chances throughout the match but ultimately lacked the finishing touch needed to secure a result.

With Chelsea and Newcastle United poised to make a strong push for their position in the league, Guardiola emphasized the necessity for his players to adapt, regroup, and push forward with determination in their quest for success.

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