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EPL: Why we failed to beat Brighton – Man City coach Guardiola

Pep Guardiola

Pep Guardiola

By Seyi Babalola

Following Wednesday night’s 1-1 draw with Brighton, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola lamented his team’s inability to capitalise on opportunities.

Guardiola’s side saw their Premier League championship ambitions dashed with a third consecutive draw.

Erling Haaland gave City the lead from the penalty spot in the first half, but Kaoru Mitoma equalised with a low strike after the interval.

“I liked a lot the way we played, a lot! Many new players and many good things but we don’t score goals,” Guardiola told Sky Sports.

“It’s too many clear chances and it’s not just one, two, three players, it’s all the people up front – we created a lot.

“Unfortunately, we could not score, and scoring goals is part of doing your job. We played exceptionally well. We did very good things, defensively the team is incredibly committed, defending really good with everyone.

“But we created a lot, chances in the six-yard box, and we could not score. Not just today, not just one player, it’s everyone!”