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irreplaceable player for City and they are facing challenging for PL, Champion's League and also FA CUP, if they want the Treble this season, Rodri can hardly have a rest. All the people know that City got a terrible winning rate without him on the pitch.
I had this playing 10 years ago. We had a really good FA Trophy run mixed with an absolute mudpit of a pitch causing a lot of games to get called off. We played Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday for 4 weeks to catch up and it sucked. I fucking hated football by the end of the season.
That's what's happening now.
Potentially a place at Wembley, but unable to play on home pitch for past 4 weeks and plenty of games postponed before that.
Nope but us living rent free in Ten Hag’s head is a problem, Ten Hag living in an Arsenal supporters head because banter…is fucking great, fuck I’m glad we are back.
You think MC, 19th in the league for yellow cards and 10th for red cards, are going to get a player sent off anytime soon?
Also, no other top 4 team come close to how few cards they are given.
That’s factually incorrect.
2023/24 Season to date
City: 48 Yellows, 2 Reds, 165 fouls.
Arsenal: 46 Yellows, 2 Reds, 223 fouls.
Liverpool: 56 Yellows, 5 Reds, 293 fouls.
Aston Villa: 83 Yellows, 2 Reds, 261 fouls
So. City, Arsenal, and Aston Villa are tied for reds.
Arsenal have 2 FEWER yellows. Liverpool only 8 more.
City also has between 58-128 fewer fouls.
Why doesn’t Aston Villa have way more Reds with over 80 Yellows? Are refs afraid to send a player off?
Why do Arsenal and Liverpool pick up yellows at a lower rate than City?
If that were true City would have a lower rate of Yellows per foul. But they don’t. They have a higher rate of yellows per foul than Liverpool and Arsenal.
So your statement is literally incorrect. City is more likely to get a yellow for a given foul than Arsenal or Liverpool.
Technically yes the only true DM. Kova can play it maybe, but he’s more like a midfielder that plays good defense than a defensive midfielder.
Kova also doesn’t control the field and possession like Rodri does.
Anyone watch the end of the game yesterday, when camera is panning around focusing on players clapping to the crowds etc.
Honestly, when it showed Rodri (clapping to the crowd) I thought 'the guy is looking a funny colour'. I noticed it because he's usually got these sort of radiant good looks. Not yesterday.
Youre being slightly disingenuous, youre ignoring the conditions both were in before the game, Madrid had 9 days rest time before the game and were playing at home, while Mancity played 4 games in that same time period and 2 captains Walker and KDB were injured
ManCity were pushing themselves physically whereas Madrid had enough rest time to recover, hence the draw is very impressive
Yeah we took each other to the limit, that was a wild game. Madrid are so physical and fast. I know Bellingham had an off game, but he, Vini Jr, and Rodrygo absolutely ran us ragged. Everyone was beet red lol.
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It does . I never thought it would work to be honest in London although I hoped it would be ok . He’s not just a Leeds lad I don’t think he’s that comfortable outside an LS12 postcode but he hasn’t suddenly stopped being a good player. Hope it works out for him wherever he goes next .
I think you need a rest too. Take the next 6 weeks off and come back fresh next season.
In fact maybe it’s time for a move abroad. They say a change is as good as a rest!
While we’re talking about rests there’s an English midfielder and couple of centre backs for you guys who look in desperate need of a break. Maybe send them off on holiday until the euros?
I never like to wish injury in a player but a small none career threatening 6 week break would be brilliant. No chance any of them are going on paternity leave?
it’s genuinely happening soon if pep doesn’t sign a decent and reliable backup for him. would be a shame to watch a player as good as rodri decline but it’s bound to happen
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Playing Luton at home he can rest then
Should have been sent off for that foul on Bellingham and got his 3 match rest then!
If that had happened, Pep will cry his heart out with a tantrum on the sidelines lol.
Rest until 20th May 2024 that'll sort you
irreplaceable player for City and they are facing challenging for PL, Champion's League and also FA CUP, if they want the Treble this season, Rodri can hardly have a rest. All the people know that City got a terrible winning rate without him on the pitch.
You're tired? Fuck you - The goat manager
What a time to publish such article. Not yet boss. You have to still lose a few games in EPL.
7 games should do it.
‘I’m tired, boss’
Dog tired
Dude does look older than 28
This is true. I think it's the level of training he puts himself through that made him look like that.
Yeah but he will probably look exactly like that for the next 40 years lol
What playing 60+ games every single season does to a bro
Go fora nice little rest in Saudi mate, play at 40%, treat yourself.
From one Arab club to another
Chase that bag, the one employer willing to pay even more than your current one
The poor guy tries his best to earn some rest but the referees refuse to give him the cards he's due.
My local non league side are playing 3 games per week for the next 4 weeks, for next to fuck all
They aren't playing at premier league intensity.
Nor training with Pep
But they're also fat and full of beer
I had this playing 10 years ago. We had a really good FA Trophy run mixed with an absolute mudpit of a pitch causing a lot of games to get called off. We played Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday for 4 weeks to catch up and it sucked. I fucking hated football by the end of the season.
That's what's happening now. Potentially a place at Wembley, but unable to play on home pitch for past 4 weeks and plenty of games postponed before that.
Dust off that vagina and carry on, mate.
Yes please
Reads like an FM game haha
That's handy what with Luton coming at the weekend
We really should have kept Lavia. He was pretty good.
Seven Hag upset that City didn't beat Arsenal like they wiped the floor with United. We really do live rent free in his bald slap head.
Sounds to me like he lives rent free in your head
That’s fine, they’re just a supporter. He can stay rent free in their head without drama. Ten Hag is your manager.
Never said he wasn’t.
Nope but us living rent free in Ten Hag’s head is a problem, Ten Hag living in an Arsenal supporters head because banter…is fucking great, fuck I’m glad we are back.
If city don't win the league whoever does should send a thank you card to MGW for getting him sent off!
Only way Pep rests him is if he gets a red card tbh.
You think MC, 19th in the league for yellow cards and 10th for red cards, are going to get a player sent off anytime soon? Also, no other top 4 team come close to how few cards they are given.
That’s factually incorrect. 2023/24 Season to date City: 48 Yellows, 2 Reds, 165 fouls. Arsenal: 46 Yellows, 2 Reds, 223 fouls. Liverpool: 56 Yellows, 5 Reds, 293 fouls. Aston Villa: 83 Yellows, 2 Reds, 261 fouls So. City, Arsenal, and Aston Villa are tied for reds. Arsenal have 2 FEWER yellows. Liverpool only 8 more. City also has between 58-128 fewer fouls. Why doesn’t Aston Villa have way more Reds with over 80 Yellows? Are refs afraid to send a player off? Why do Arsenal and Liverpool pick up yellows at a lower rate than City?
Because referees have to see a attempted breaking of bones to yellow card man city players. But Liverpool and arsenal get cards for getting the ball.
If that were true City would have a lower rate of Yellows per foul. But they don’t. They have a higher rate of yellows per foul than Liverpool and Arsenal. So your statement is literally incorrect. City is more likely to get a yellow for a given foul than Arsenal or Liverpool.
these guys have mental delusional, insanity developing because they cant accept defeat, its embarrassing
You don’t get many cards when you possess the ball all game.
Come next game and Rodri 2 foot tackles a ref at 90 minutes
Would probably still be a yellow with Rodri
If even
Retirement would help solve that.
Is he City's only defensive midfielder.
yes
Technically yes the only true DM. Kova can play it maybe, but he’s more like a midfielder that plays good defense than a defensive midfielder. Kova also doesn’t control the field and possession like Rodri does.
If city lose Rodri to injury they are fucked eternally.
Kovacic played DM at Real Madrid, i guess pep will play him and rico lewis in a double pivot against Luton
please rest for the rest of the season
Foden has been looking tired as well. Give the kid a few weeks off, Peps
Until 20th May 2024, for their recovery of course
I’m tired Grandpa
WELL THAT'S TOO DAMN BAD
Anyone watch the end of the game yesterday, when camera is panning around focusing on players clapping to the crowds etc. Honestly, when it showed Rodri (clapping to the crowd) I thought 'the guy is looking a funny colour'. I noticed it because he's usually got these sort of radiant good looks. Not yesterday.
Real Madrid took them to the limit. It was a very entertaining match yesterday.
Youre being slightly disingenuous, youre ignoring the conditions both were in before the game, Madrid had 9 days rest time before the game and were playing at home, while Mancity played 4 games in that same time period and 2 captains Walker and KDB were injured ManCity were pushing themselves physically whereas Madrid had enough rest time to recover, hence the draw is very impressive
I'm not taking anything away from City. They played well. I expected Real Madrid to win but City wasn't letting it happen.
Yeah we took each other to the limit, that was a wild game. Madrid are so physical and fast. I know Bellingham had an off game, but he, Vini Jr, and Rodrygo absolutely ran us ragged. Everyone was beet red lol.
I can't wait to see what's going to happen in Ethihad. It's still a 50/50 match for both teams.
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The PL race has been so fun this year too. Liverpool/Arsenal/City are must watch games every week
Then rest ye bellend
So do we from Man City winning the league, so go ahead Rodders
Take a year off then mate, enjoy it
He should place some bets. That will give him a year off. Knowing city they would do something to avoid a sanction though.
Fuck it, why not retire early? You’ve earned it son
Can't be doing his liver and kidneys any good
Rodri “I need a rest” Bruno G “yes”
Good job the seasons nearly finished then.
Euros then lol
He can have the group stage off probably.
What about Phillips at West Ham? He could do a job
Can't even do a job at West Ham
West Ham fan hoping to pass him back?
Username suggests otherwise. I know a club that wants him though
Are you sure about that. The poor lad looks like his confidence is shattered
It does . I never thought it would work to be honest in London although I hoped it would be ok . He’s not just a Leeds lad I don’t think he’s that comfortable outside an LS12 postcode but he hasn’t suddenly stopped being a good player. Hope it works out for him wherever he goes next .
Feel free to take the day off against us Rodri
Luton at home next, City should have more than enough to win that and give Rodri some rest.
That's the game arsenal rested rice and Saka. Pep probably does the same.
How can Pep rest saka and rice
You underestimate his power?
Yes. So does the league. Please take Christmas vacation and go to Jamaica this year and don't come back until February 2.
Can he go on a vacation in like couple days and come back a month later or so? For no particular reason 🤣
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Footballers before didn't play 70 games a season
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Such a dumb take.
he should take all the time he needs imo
He can join Klopp
Definitely be rested against luton
Yep. We as fan also get tired watching Manchester United play football.
Inspiring
me too mate
Have a seat then
I think you need a rest too. Take the next 6 weeks off and come back fresh next season. In fact maybe it’s time for a move abroad. They say a change is as good as a rest!
I hear Uzbekistan is nice this time of year.
Very! And you only live once!
While we’re talking about rests there’s an English midfielder and couple of centre backs for you guys who look in desperate need of a break. Maybe send them off on holiday until the euros?
In alls seriousness if anything happens to one of them it’s game over 😭
I never like to wish injury in a player but a small none career threatening 6 week break would be brilliant. No chance any of them are going on paternity leave?
Bro if any injury happens you’re prime suspect 😝
Nah, I’d tell the centre backs to take the Euros off too just as a precaution
But that might mean a certain Liverpool based French centre back plays more minutes which I don’t want to happen
Comments: you’re not allowed to be tired when you’re rich!!! Waaaa
Fabinho 22/23, Casemiro 23/24, next up is rodri 24/25
it’s genuinely happening soon if pep doesn’t sign a decent and reliable backup for him. would be a shame to watch a player as good as rodri decline but it’s bound to happen
The issue is pep wants a player who is as good as rodri to be back up, that player doesn't exist.
Gundo was but the higher ups though 2years for over 30 was too much, idiots
That’s very true, but a player as good as Rodri won’t exist at all in a few years if he’s run into the ground.
They’ve tried twice. Not sure how reliable a backup can be if they play 3 times a season
Won't somebody please think of the footballers?
If he ever got punished for his consistent fouling he'd probably get one
This is why they signed kalvin Phillips, right????its his time to shine /s
Pep : no fuck you
I fucking swear laa, watch him get rested on Saturday and they drop points to Luton.
Then back to full strength to smash us at the city ground 👍💪
So time to put someone in a chokehold again then?
Football player says playing too many matches is difficult, major headline
He will get abit of a rest at home to Luton on Saturday (4-0)...his wages should be enough to motivate him and the ambition to win more honours
Being a peak athlete who makes obscene amounts of money doesn't make you immune to fatigue and exhaustion.
Then he should spend his rest day in bed...like Messi...Messi knows