Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola heaped praise on Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma after his side's narrow victory over Galatasaray in the Champions League. The Italian shot-stopper produced a string of spectacular saves to keep the Turkish champions in contention throughout the match.
Guardiola's Post-Match Comments
Speaking at the post-match press conference, Guardiola acknowledged Donnarumma's exceptional performance: "When you face a goalkeeper of that quality, you know you're in for a tough night. His reflexes and positioning were extraordinary tonight."
Brazil Call-Up Controversy
The City manager also addressed the recent international call-up situation involving his first-choice goalkeeper Ederson, who has been selected for Brazil's upcoming fixtures despite injury concerns. "We always support our players representing their countries," Guardiola stated, "but player welfare must remain the priority."
Premier League Title Race
When questioned about the tight Premier League title race, Guardiola remained typically philosophical: "Every match is a final now. We can only focus on our performances and hope other results go our way."
The victory leaves Manchester City well-placed in their Champions League group as they prepare for a crucial Premier League fixture at the weekend.
