Star footballers Lionel Messi and Sergio Aguero are virtually out of Argentina’s World qualifying squad due to injuries. As a result, City created many opportunities in the first half and the first goal was a ideal example of what Guardiola is planning.
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Marriner appeared not to notice the apparent elbow because he did not punish Aguero, which means that the Football Association (FA) could take retrospective disciplinary action against the striker.
“I didn’t see so I can not comment”.
City face their toughest test yet in their next game in the Manchester derby on September 10, but Silva says the global break will put preparations for that clash on hold.
MARK NOBLE, West Ham midfielder, on Reid’s condition after the incident with Aguero.
With Silva among those to the fore, the Blues – particularly in the first half – produced the kind of slick, dominant football the club’s fans will have been hoping for following boss Guardiola’s arrival over the summer. “They were deservedly two goals up but in the second half we played much better”.
“Hopefully, they [City’s players] come back with no injuries and in a good mood and we can do it”.
Two goals from Raheem Sterling and one from Fernandinho clinched a fifth win in as many league and cup games under Guardiola’s management, although a header from Michail Antonio – called up into the England squad for the first time later Sunday – brought West Ham back to 2-1 and provided City with some anxious moments. I just tried to help him, to tell him he’ll receive the ball more often if he stays in his position.
City, who top the Premier League standings on nine points from three matches, next play city rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford on September 10.
“I’m happy for him, for us and for the national team”. The team is improving every game and we’re showing that on the pitch.
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Once again watching the team from the bench was Joe Hart, who continues to be linked with a move away from City.
