By Pep Guardiola remains optimistic about Manchester City’s future despite their 2-0 defeat to Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.
Liverpool’s victory strengthened their Premier League title bid, but Guardiola fielded a youthful City side, leaving experienced players like Rúben Dias, Mateo Kovacic, Ilkay Gündogan, and Bernardo Silva on the bench.
With an average age of just 24.7 years, City’s lineup featured three 20-year-olds—Rico Lewis, Savinho, and Abdukodir Khusanov—showcasing the club’s next generation of talent.
Despite the loss, Guardiola was impressed with his team’s performance and potential. “I saw a bright future,” he told the BBC.
City struggled to break down Liverpool’s defense, but their young players showed glimpses of promise, reinforcing Guardiola’s confidence in the squad’s long-term prospects.
While the defeat was a setback in the title race, Guardiola’s focus on youth development suggests City is preparing for sustained success beyond this season.
