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Guardiola Orders Post-Christmas Weigh-Ins, Warns Overweight Man City Players Will Sit

He is linking post‑holiday discipline to selection before the Dec. 27 trip to Nottingham Forest.

Overview

  • Pep Guardiola will weigh the full Manchester City squad after the holidays and says any player returning with extra weight will not travel for the Dec. 27 match at Nottingham Forest.
  • Erling Haaland responded with humor by posting a photo of himself on a scale with the caption "todo bien," indicating he is unconcerned.
  • Guardiola described the checks as part of internal discipline to keep the team in optimal condition during the demanding festive period.
  • He declined players’ request for a day off, citing that their performance against West Ham did not meet his standards.
  • RÉCORD noted that its report disclosing the policy used AI tools with editorial review.