Few words, big meaning: Guardiola on the Bernabeu challenge

Guardiola sums up Madrid test

Few words, big meaning: Guardiola on the Bernabeu challenge

Pep Guardiola spoke ahead of Manchester City’s Premier League trip to Leeds discussing fitness news, stadiums and key upcoming fixtures.

Asked about the venue, Guardiola gave short reply quoted by City Xtra:

“Elland Road is Elland Road”

His comment underlined the difficulty of playing at one of England’s most intense stadiums especially late in the season.

Real Madrid and title pressure

When questioned about pressure during a title race, Guardiola avoided comparisons and said he was not there to give advice to Mikel Arteta.

Looking ahead to Champions League round of 16, Guardiola spoke about facing Real Madrid.

He said playing against the best teams in the competition helps City learn and improve and hopes the club benefited from their most recent meeting with the Spanish giants.