A rescheduled match will take place in the 31st round of the 2025/26 Premier League season, with Manchester City hosting Crystal Palace at the Etihad Stadium. Manager Pep Guardiola stated that the team's focus will remain unchanged and also described Crystal Palace as a difficult opponent.


In the 36th round of the league, Manchester City defeated Brentford 3-0 after goals from Doku, Haaland and Malmush.


As for Crystal Palace, Glasna's team drew 2-2 with Everton in the last round of the league.


It is worth noting that Arsenal defeated West Ham 1-0 in the last round of the Premier League derby and ranked first in the standings with 79 points, while Manchester City, who have played one game less, are ranked second with 74 points, 5 points behind Arteta's team. This means that Manchester City only needs to win all 3 points in this game to make the title race close again.


Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said, "Our focus is exactly the same as it was a day, two days, a week, and two weeks ago. There's nothing changed. I'm only focused on the Crystal Palace game and thinking about what we have to do."


"As I've always learned throughout my coaching career, don't dwell on things you can't control. We need to focus on improving the areas we haven't done well this season and fighting for the Premier League title. We're still in the competition, and next up is Crystal Palace."


Guardiola continued, "Since Hodgson took over, it has always been difficult to play against them, and it is the same now that they are in Glasna. They have reached the final of a European competition, and perhaps they are struggling a bit in the Premier League due to the many changes."


"Their head coach will be leaving, and this news was announced a long time ago. Perhaps they lack stability, but their strength and tactical system have always been very good."


Furthermore, when discussing Gue's arrival at Manchester City from Crystal Palace in January, Guardiola said, "I said a week after Gue arrived that it was an incredible signing. His focus on every detail, his professionalism both on and off the pitch, is unbelievable. It's a fantastic signing for the club, and we are very happy with his performance."


“His ability to recover from setbacks and adjust immediately is a quality that top players at elite clubs possess, so we are very happy, and I have said this many times.”


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