Guardiola sidesteps Arsenal League Cup final rivalry as ‘world collapses’
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Ahead of Manchester City's League Cup final match against Arsenal, Pep Guardiola declined to engage in any pre-match rivalry talk. He cited global issues as a more pressing concern, stating the "world is going to collapse." This sidestepped a potential rekindling of tensions stemming from a September 2024 Premier League match where City players criticized Arsenal's tactics, labeled as "dark arts." Guardiola previously challenged Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta to clarify his cryptic response to those accusations. Despite the history, Guardiola praised Arsenal's current form and their pursuit of multiple trophies this season, highlighting their Premier League lead and progress in other competitions. He emphasized that officials should handle any on-field tactical issues.
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