'So, so tired!' - Pep Guardiola explains how win over Arsenal has taken its toll on Man City's players as he reveals Wembley pitch concerns
Manchester City Boss Sounds Alarm on Squad Fitness
Pep Guardiola has admitted his Manchester City stars are "so, so tired" following their emotional battle with Arsenal. Ahead of the FA Cup semi-final against Southampton, the City boss expressed concerns over the thick Wembley grass and the risk of season-ending injuries.
Guardiola Warns of Fatigue and Injury Risks
The Catalan coach has sounded the alarm regarding his squad's fitness levels ahead of their FA Cup semi-final against Southampton at Wembley. Guardiola admitted that the grueling turnaround from their high-stakes encounter with Arsenal has left his team emotionally and physically exhausted.
- Manchester City are facing Southampton in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley.
- The team is emotionally and physically exhausted, according to Pep Guardiola.
- Guardiola expressed concerns over the thick Wembley grass and the risk of season-ending injuries.
"So, so tired" - Pep Guardiola
Wembley Pitch Concerns
The manager is particularly wary of the journey to London and the conditions at the national stadium, suggesting that the physical demands of the current run-in are stretching his players to their absolute limit.
