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January 15, 2025 at 10:57 AM

Savinho Disappointed as Man City Draw with Brentford

Manchester City's Savinho expresses frustration over the team's 2-2 draw with Brentford, calling for improvement in converting chances.

Savinho Disappointed as Man City Draw with Brentford

Manchester City forward Savinho shared his disappointment following the team's 2-2 draw against Brentford in a Premier League clash. Despite leading the game with two goals, late strikes from Brentford denied City the three points, leaving the Brazilian star visibly frustrated.

Speaking to reporters post-match, Savinho remarked, "It's really disappointing. We had control of the game, created several chances, and should have sealed the victory. But in football, when you don't capitalize on opportunities, you often pay the price."

City opened the scoring through Phil Foden, whose brilliance continued with a second goal, giving the visitors a commanding lead. However, Yoane Wissa and Christian Norgaard struck late for Brentford, snatching a draw in dramatic fashion. Savinho emphasized the team's need to maintain focus until the final whistle: "We need to learn to close out games. These lapses in concentration are costly and something we must address."

The draw leaves Manchester City sixth in the Premier League standings, trailing leaders Liverpool by 12 points. With fixtures coming thick and fast, the team faces mounting pressure to recover and regain their momentum in the title race. Savinho, however, remained optimistic about the future: "We have the quality and the spirit to bounce back. It's about working hard in training and making sure we don't repeat these mistakes."

Manager Pep Guardiola echoed these sentiments, acknowledging the need for tactical adjustments and better decision-making in high-pressure situations. Guardiola's interaction with goalkeeper Stefan Ortega during the match underscored his commitment to addressing the team's defensive vulnerabilities.

Manchester City now shifts focus to their next match against Ipswich Town, aiming to reignite their campaign and climb the Premier League standings. As Savinho noted, "The season is long, and there’s still a lot to play for. We need to stay united and deliver when it matters most."