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Pep Guardiola opens war of words with UEFA for 'killing the players' ahead of Champions League clash with Borussia Dortmund as Man City boss bemoans tight turnaround after Leicester win and hints he WILL rotate on the European stage once again

Daily Mail | April 5, 2021

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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has claimed that UEFA and FIFA are 'killing' his players with their scheduling of matches.

In a season that is being played in a condensed period due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, City are still active in four competitions and face an extremely busy conclusion to the campaign.

Guardiola has frequently rotated his side, but some players have featured prominently, with Rodri, for instance, having already made 42 appearances this season.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says that UEFA and FIFA are 'killing' his players

Speaking after his side's 2-0 Premier League success against Leicester on Saturday, Guardiola expressed his frustration, with his team having to now switch their attention to Tuesday's Champions League clash at home to Borussia Dortmund.

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