Manchester City’s Club World Cup humiliation was compounded by a fresh injury to midfielder Rodri.
While not disclosing the nature of the injury, manager Pep Guardiola confirmed after the game that it is a fresh injury.
He said: “We have to see Rodri, he complained about his situation, but we need time to come back.”
Speaking more generally about the match, Guardiola added: “It was a difficult game. We allowed them to make transitions we created a lot. It is a pity, we have been on incredible journey together and so good place.
“We were so open. When the crosses arrived, in the first action, they had the ability to pass the ball and attack and they have quick players. We created a lot and had a lot of chances against a team that defend so deep.
“They punished us on the transitions.
“We would have loved to have continued, only here once every four year, we had a feeling that the team is doing well but we go home and now it is time to rest and rest our minds for the new season.”
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