Pep confident in Man City’s readiness after Shield triumph

After winning the Community Shield against Manchester United, Manchester City may not be fully prepared for the upcoming Premier League season, according to manager Pep Guardiola. Despite their victory, Guardiola expressed uncertainty about his team’s readiness for the title defense against Chelsea next weekend.

Guardiola stated, “I cannot answer if we are ready. We could have lost today, we were close to losing with minutes left so that’s why you have to wait. I saw many things today that I like. The first 35 minutes were beyond excellent, unexpected for the time we are together. We are far from our best. It’s normal but it’s better starting with one trophy won.”

One standout player for City was Oscar Bobb, who set up Bernardo Silva’s late equalizer with a close-range header. Guardiola praised Bobb’s abilities and work ethic, noting his potential impact during the early weeks of the season.

City’s victory in the Community Shield indicated a strong start to the season, with promising performances from key players. The team is focused on improvement and success as they prepare for the challenges ahead.

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