On the occasion of Champions League matchday six, Manchester City won on Real Madrid's pitch on Wednesday (1-2). After this success, Pep Guardiola went to praise on a player with an uncertain future at the Merengues.
For the fifth consecutive season, Manchester City and Real Madrid met on the European stage. This now historic clash was won by the Citizens, thanks to goals from Nico O'Reilly and the inevitable Erling Haaland. Despite Rodrygo's opening goal, his first in 32 matches, the Whites' club could not avoid another setback.
This defeat threatens Xabi Alonso's position even more, but it allowed Rodrygo to relaunch himself. In great difficulty since the start of the season, the Brazilian winger certainly delivered his best performance. His match was praised in Spain but not only. At a press conference, Pep Guardiola admitted that he congratulated the 24-year-old player in person. “I went to see Rodrygo and I told him: what a player you are… he's truly incredible.”
Pep Guardiola has not forgotten Rodrygo
A statement that risks relaunching the debate about Rodrygo's future. This summer, the Brazil international (35 caps, seven goals) was one of the transfer market attractions. He ultimately stayed at Real Madrid but Xabi Alonso clearly demonstrates that he does not count on him. Rodrygo benefited from Kylian Mbappe's absence to start against Manchester City. He however had the opportunity to demonstrate that he remains a world-class forward.
This article was originally published on Top Mercato.
