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Pep Guardiola claims he is 'not proud' of his raging dressing room tirades as Man City boss admits he is sometimes 'unable to control himself'

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  • City's new documentary shared dressing room clips
  • Guardiola was seen having a go at Foden and Rodri
  • The manager admits he needs to tone himself down
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    The Catalan tactician’s passionate side is showcased in a teaser for the club’s upcoming documentary, Together: 4-In-A-Row, which highlights his relentless drive and fiery motivational methods. One standout clip features the 53-year-old shouting at his squad: "That's why no one did four Premier Leagues in a row! That's the reason why! Because it's so difficult!"

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    The 90-minute documentary also reveals moments when frustration boiled over, including during matches against Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace. Rodri’s red card in the former and Phil Foden conceding a late penalty in the latter led to Guardiola seething in the dressing room.

  • WHAT GUARDIOLA SAID

    However, reflecting on his actions, Guardiola admitted: "I’m not really proud sometimes, right after the game, when I’m angry for my emotions to pass it on to the players."

    He further explained: "I am a human being; I make mistakes, but I don’t like that. In that moment, 10 men down and then giving away an unnecessary penalty, sometimes I cannot control myself either.”

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    Together: 4-In-A-Row not only delves into Guardiola’s emotional leadership but also chronicles City’s unprecedented journey to their fourth-successive Premier League title. The documentary captures the highs and lows of the campaign, providing fans with an intimate look at the sacrifices and determination required to maintain such dominance. Guardiola’s passionate speeches and fiery reactions are two of the central themes, underscoring the immense pressure that comes with managing one of the world’s top football clubs.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER CITY?

    Saturday’s clash against Tottenham will serve as a litmus test for the team’s ability to recover from their recent struggles which have seen them succumb to four consecutive defeats. They are five points behind leaders Liverpool in the Premier League standings and will be eager to narrow down the gap with a win over the north London side in front of their home fans.