Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has chosen not to criticise the referees following a recent match. Despite occasionally showing intense emotions on the touchline, Guardiola stated, “I don’t want to criticise the referees…” and added, “Sometimes on the touchline I lose my mind, but here I don’t like to comment. We didn’t draw because of that”, as reported by Sam Lee on Twitter.
The comment suggests that Guardiola is keen to focus on his team’s performance rather than external factors such as refereeing decisions. This approach aligns with his reputation for emphasising tactical discipline and team improvement over shifting blame to match officials.
Guardiola, who is currently under contract with Manchester City, has a history of success with the club, having won multiple titles since his appointment. His managerial style is often characterised by a focus on possession-based football and tactical innovation.