Debut errors ‘best lesson’ for new City recruit Khusanov, insists Guardiola

Debut errors ‘best lesson’ for new City recruit Khusanov, insists Guardiola

25-Jan-2025 21:23:41 | The Guardian

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Pep Guardiola defended Abdukodir Khusanov after Manchester City’s new £33.8m defender endured a torrid start to his debut in Saturday’s win over Chelsea, the manager saying this “is the best lesson you can take”.

The 20-year-old’s weak header back to Ederson led to Noni Madueke’s third minute opener, and he was booked soon after for fouling Cole Palmer.

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