Manchester City dropped their first points in the English Premier League this season as they played out a 3-3 draw against Newcastle at the St James’ Park on Sunday evening. The Cityzens came back from 3-1 down to draw the game 3-3.
After the game, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola made reference to Chelsea’s 3-0 loss to Leeds United when revealing why they had to tough game against the Magpies.
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola to Sky Sports: “We could have not won today. Newcastle are becoming one of the toughest opponents for sure. Leeds beat Chelsea today. The Premier League is so difficult for everyone. It shows how amazing we’ve done for five years and how difficult it will be.
“To see the team fight to the end is enough.”
“Proper football game. We started really well. We lost some duels and they could run. Once the game was open they were better for 20 minutes. The team showed who we are.
“Allan Saint-Maximin is really dangerous. We should take more time in the final third.”
On the overturned red card: “I didn’t watch it. The referee and VAR said it was not. I saw it in front of me but after I didn’t watch it.”
“That atmosphere after the game, that is what football is all about.”
