Guardiola Unleashes Fury: 'We Didn't Try' as City Crash to Second Consecutive Defeat | Premier League

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Manchester City's woes continue as they suffered a 0-2 loss to Bayer Leverkusen on Wednesday, marking their second straight defeat in the Premier League. The team's recent loss to Newcastle United had already raised concerns, but Pep Guardiola's attempt to shake things up by making 10 changes to the starting lineup fell flat. The manager's gamble failed to yield the desired results, with Leverkusen securing a stunning upset at the Etihad Stadium. Guardiola made further adjustments at halftime and again in the 65th minute, but the team's performance remained subpar. After the match, Guardiola expressed his disappointment, stating that his players 'didn't try' and that this lack of effort was crucial in their defeat. Despite this, he maintained his confidence in the team, citing the importance of rotation and the need to give players a chance to rest. As City prepares to face Leeds United on Saturday, they will still be without Rodri, who has missed eight of their last nine games due to a hamstring injury. Guardiola praised Leeds manager Daniel Farke, acknowledging the challenges of the Premier League and the importance of having a good relationship with fellow managers. The encounter with Leeds, who have struggled in their last six matches, will be a crucial test for City, who must bounce back from their recent setbacks and regain their footing in the league.