Guardiola: «The absence of Kevin de Bruyne in the match against Real was not due to injury» (Feb. 21, 2025)

Guardiola: «The absence of Kevin de Bruyne in the match against Real was not due to injury»

https://dynamo.kiev.ua/en/news/649993-guardiola-the-absence-of-kevin-de-bruyne-in-the-match-against-real-was-not-due-to-injury 2025-02-21 22:43 Manchester City head coach Josep Guardiola commented on Kevin de Bruyne’s absence in the return match ... Guardiola: «The absence of Kevin de Bruyne in the match against Real was not due to injury»

21.02.2025, 22:43

Manchester City head coach Josep Guardiola commented on Kevin de Bruyne’s absence in the return match against Real Madrid (1:3) in the Round of 16 of the Champions League.

Kevin de Bruyne, Getty Images

“Kevin de Bruyne did not make the starting lineup against ‘Real’ because I made a tactical decision. He was not injured. It was my decision. There is nothing personal here. My relationship with Kevin is exceptional.

Yes, of course, he can play in big matches… He played against ‘Real’ at home. Of course, he can play,” quotes Pep Manchester Evening News.

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