Overview
- Pep Guardiola accepted Manchester United were the better side and said the hosts had the energy his team lacked under their new manager.
- Manchester City have played eight more matches than United this season, which Guardiola suggested contributed to late-game fatigue.
- Guardiola highlighted recent inconsistency, noting strong energy against Newcastle four days earlier but missed chances against Brighton and Chelsea.
- He pointed to significant turnover across the last two transfer windows and said the squad must adapt to the changes.
- City host Newcastle in the Carabao Cup second leg at the Etihad on 4 February, with tickets advertised from £20 for adults and £10 for concessions.