Pep Guardiola rues another late Man City lapse: 'Not bad luck, it was deserved'

Guardiola says Manchester City didn't deserve to win after 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace, dropping points again in Premier League.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola expressed his disappointment after his team was held to a dramatic 2-2 draw by Crystal Palace at the Etihad Stadium. Despite dominating possession and taking a 2-0 lead with goals from Jack Grealish and Rico Lewis, City was unable to secure the win as Palace staged a late fightback.

The draw marks the fifth time in six Premier League matches that City has dropped points, leaving them in fourth place, three points behind leaders Liverpool. Guardiola expressed his frustration, stating that the team did not deserve to win after giving away two points, particularly due to the late penalty awarded to Palace.

Despite their recent struggles, Guardiola emphasized that City has been performing well in matches against top teams like Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham. However, their inability to close out games and maintain consistency has been a significant challenge.

Looking ahead, City faces the challenge of competing in the Club World Cup in Saudi Arabia, with a semi-final match against Urawa Red Diamonds. Guardiola acknowledged the demanding schedule and the need to quickly recover and lift the team after the disappointing draw against Palace.

Overall, Guardiola's comments reflect the frustration and disappointment felt by City after failing to secure a win despite their dominant performance for much of the match. The team now faces the challenge of regrouping and refocusing as they prepare for their upcoming fixtures.