Guardiola Admits Gap Between Man City and Liverpool, Promises Stronger Season Ahead

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admitted there’s a big gap between his team and Premier League leaders Liverpool. However, he believes they can come back stronger next season.

WHAT HAPPENED?

After Man City‘s recent struggles, Guardiola spoke about the points difference between his team and Liverpool. “We are miles away from Liverpool! How many points are they in front of us?! That is the reality,” said Guardiola. City are third in the Premier League, 15 points behind Liverpool with one match left in the 2024-25 campaign.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

This season has been difficult for Manchester City, a team that’s usually been top of the league in recent years. Liverpool lead the Premier League with 83 points from 37 matches, while Arsenal are second with 74 points. City have 68 points from their 37 games, with a goal difference of +26 compared to Liverpool’s +45. Liverpool’s success is clear, having won 25 games, drawn 8, and lost only 4.

FACTORS BEHIND CITY’S STRUGGLES

Guardiola suggested fatigue as a possible reason for City’s poor performance, pointing to the Club World Cup as a potential cause. The extra games might have stretched the team too thin during important times. City’s defense has struggled, conceding 44 goals compared to Liverpool’s 40, and Liverpool scored 15 more goals (85 to City’s 70).

WHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER CITY?

Despite recent problems, Guardiola remains hopeful for the 2025-26 season. “I have the feeling that next season we will be better,” he said. “We might be tired after Club World Cup … but I feel we will be closer.” City will aim to strengthen their squad in the summer and regroup after failing to perform at their usual level. While their final match of the season offers a chance to secure third place, they have already qualified for the Champions League next season.