Guardiola explains Ederson's absence in Brighton match

Manchester City head coach Josep Guardiola commented on the absence of goalkeeper Ederson in the match of the 9th round of the English Championship against Brighton (2-1).

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"He had a trip to Brazil. He could have played, but we decided to give him some rest. That's all," the club's press service quoted the Citizens coach as saying.

City's backup goalkeeper Stefan Ortega took his place in the goal, as he failed to keep his own possession dry.

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