Pep Guardiola laud the defensive set up of Crystal Palace in their defeat at home in the Premier League.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has praised Patrick Vieira’s Palace defensive setup after their defeat in the Premier League.
City lost 2-0 to Crystal Palace in the Premier League and also went a man down in the second half of the game.
Guardiola admitted that Palace has strong defenders couple with midfielders that defend and win duel.
“Good strong defence, three midfielders defending and winning duels, winning the ball, blocks and then using the counter with Zaha up front and with fast players,” he added.
“It’s always tough because of that reason.
“They have very good players. When they get the ball, they keep it and want to play. I said after the Brighton game to prepare mentally straight away because it would be very difficult.
“I saw against Brighton and Arsenal so I knew perfectly how difficult they are and they showed it today.”
