Manchester City's manager Praises Haaland and Donnarumma as Exceptional After Win Over Brentford FC
Pep Guardiola was thankful that his squad boasts Erling Haaland netting goals and the Italian goalkeeper preventing them, after a win at Brentford's ground that came at the cost of another injury concern for Rodri.
Haaland's Stunning Performance
"I have an amazing forward and goalkeeper," remarked Guardiola, with the forward's ninth-minute goal turning out to be the winning factor. His current form are reaching the levels of City's treble-winning campaign, as the No 9 has found the net in nine straight games. "He is the top," commented his boss. "During the year of the three trophies, he notched – how many? – countless times? I think he's integrated now, he's settled. He feels now that it's his home."
Donnarumma's Vital Contribution
Regarding Donnarumma's decisive stop from Igor Thiago, Guardiola said: "This guy began to play at the highest level at 17. When I learned he's 26 it's like he's had centuries playing football. His calmness, his aura. With clubs who are strong you face one piece of action and he succeeded today. One against one."
The Manager's Milestone Accomplishment
Pep reached the personal landmark of 250 Premier League victories, overtaking Sir Alex Ferguson and Wenger in reaching that total in a record 349 matches. "I will treat them to a nice meal, perhaps elsewhere, in a warmer place," he remarked of those iconic coaches. "Alternatively in the city. It is an honour and a pleasure to be in Premier League history. I say thank you to the club and the players and the staff I worked with. We did it faster and sooner. Next let's go for 250 matches."
Rodri's Injury Setback
On the player's muscle problem, the most recent setback after a cruciate knee injury last season, the manager said: "I'd prefer to have Rodri every three days but after one year it occurs all the time, it is so demanding. This is why we attempted to be cautious, use him for 60-65 minutes but it can't continue."
The Opponent's Response
Brentford's manager, was pleased that his team got better after City's opening period control to pose a danger until the final whistle. "Our aim to do is bring a squad as one, a organization together, after so many changes," he stated. "I think it's growing. I think you could see that in the second half performance today against top-level opposition."
