GUARDIOLA SETS RECORD STRAIGHT ON GREALISH SNUB: “It’s Not Personal, It’s Just Tactics….

GUARDIOLA SETS RECORD STRAIGHT ON GREALISH SNUB: “It’s Not Personal, It’s Just Tactics”

Manchester, England – Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has addressed the controversy surrounding Jack Grealish’s omission from the team sheet, insisting that the decision was purely tactical and not personal.

Grealish, who has been a key player for Manchester City this season, was surprisingly left out of the starting lineup for the team’s recent match against Real Madrid. The English winger was forced to watch from the bench as his teammates struggled to break down the Spanish side’s defense.

The decision to leave Grealish out of the starting lineup sparked widespread debate among Manchester City fans and pundits, with many questioning Guardiola’s tactics. However, the Spanish manager has now explained his reasoning behind the decision, insisting that it was purely tactical and not personal.

“It’s not personal, it’s just tactics,” Guardiola said in a press conference. “I have to make decisions based on what I think is best for the team, and sometimes that means leaving out players who are normally in the starting lineup.

“Jack is a very important player for us, but I had to make a decision based on the opposition and the game plan. I’m not going to disclose too much about the tactics, but I can assure you that it was a tactical decision and not a personal one.”

Guardiola’s explanation has done little to quell the debate among Manchester City fans, with many still questioning the decision to leave Grealish out of the starting lineup. However, the Spanish manager remains adamant that he made the right decision, and that Grealish will continue to play an important role for the team.

“Jack is a fantastic player, and he will continue to be an important part of our team,” Guardiola said. “He’s a great professional, and he understands that sometimes you have to make sacrifices for the team.

“I’m sure he will bounce back from this, and he will continue to be a key player for us. He’s a very important part of our squad, and I’m looking forward to seeing him back on the pitch soon.”

The controversy surrounding Grealish’s omission from the team sheet has added to the pressure on Guardiola and his team, who are struggling to keep pace with Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table. However, the Spanish manager remains confident that his team can turn their season around, and that Grealish will play a key role in their resurgence.

“We’re not giving up, we’re not throwing in the towel,” Guardiola said. “We’re going to keep fighting, and we’re going to keep working hard to get the results we need.

“Jack is a big part of that, and I’m looking forward to seeing him back on the pitch soon. He’s a fantastic player, and he’s going to be important for us in the coming weeks and months.”