"I had the feeling when I see the team, when I see in the dressing room, in training, and how we apply, how we want to try to do things, we will be a team that will be difficult for the opponents to beat us, and this is what I want."
"Will we be there still close to the fight? I don't know, but I said from the beginning, since the World Cup in the States, I'm really, really optimistic about the team going into this season."
"I think he'll be ready to help, I don't know if from the beginning but hopefully he can be with us,"
Manchester City showed promising form with a nine-game unbeaten run before a setback against Aston Villa. The team has struggled for consistency since securing a fourth straight title in 2024 but now demonstrates improved application in training and a strong dressing-room atmosphere. Guardiola expresses optimism that the side can become difficult for opponents to beat and expects to contend closely in the season. Rodri has returned from a hamstring injury after missing four games and could rejoin the squad to strengthen midfield options. Bournemouth occupy second place in the Premier League with one defeat from nine matches.
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