Pep Guardiola told his Manchester City players to “have a coffee” after their dramatic comeback win at Liverpool, as he highlighted the need for better game management despite the result.
City showed character to turn the match around at Anfield, but the manager was not fully satisfied with how his side handled key moments, especially as the game became stretched and chaotic.
Speaking after the match, Guardiola explained that his team must learn to slow things down and make smarter decisions when they are under pressure. “Have a coffee,” he said, using the line to stress that City need to stay calm and control the tempo rather than getting caught up in the rush of the contest.
Guardiola made it clear that the performance offered an important lesson even in victory, pointing to the fine margins that decide big games and the importance of managing situations with and without the ball.
The City boss also revealed the message he delivered to his squad: improving their control and decision-making is essential if they want to keep winning at the highest level, even after a high-profile comeback at Liverpool.
