Regarding the previous Manchester City players attacking referee Simon Hooper, Guardiola stated that he will support his players.

In the 3-3 match between Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur, Simon Hooper blew out Manchester City's counterattack in the final moments. Haaland, who was fouled at the time, still controlled the ball and sent a straight pass to Gralish. Gralish had a chance to play solo, but the referee's decision deprived Manchester City of the chance to win. Subsequently, the players of the Blue Moon Legion angrily surrounded him, demanding an explanation. After the game, the English Football Association accused Manchester City of failing to control the player's behavior.

Speaking of this matter, Guardiola said, "I want to ask others, how should we react in that situation? Maybe Gralish won't score, who knows? How could the players not react to this? If the English Football Association wants to fine us, then fine it, that's not a big deal. I assure all of you that if you are a football player and encounter that kind of situation, you will also react the same way."

"Of course, you must respect the referee. Tell me which player or coach doesn't respect the referee, but that kind of behavior is normal emotions. I don't understand what the difference is, I completely understand my player. The referee knows what he did, they didn't apologize, and we can't apologize either."

Guardiola reiterated his satisfaction with the team's performance in the 3-3 draw with Tottenham Hotspur and the 1-1 draw with Liverpool. Taking into account the 4-4 draw with Chelsea in international matches, Manchester City lost three rounds for the first time under Guardiola's rule.

Guardiola said, "We must do better and try not to concede so many goals. But my feeling today is that we will win the Premier League championship. After three draws, people still don't believe this, but I think we will do it again. I know this is not easy because no team has yet achieved a four peat in the Premier League."