Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola told a news conference that his players can celebrate however they want after their recent victory against Arsenal. The comments followed criticism from some pundits regarding the exuberant nature of the team's reaction at the final whistle. Guardiola stated that he likes to see his squad express their emotions after winning important fixtures, according to Sky Sports.
Manchester City moved two points clear at the top of the Premier League table after the result. The manager dismissed suggestions that the celebrations were excessive, noting that the players work hard to achieve such results. Per The Guardian, the Spaniard argued that football is about emotion and that inhibiting players during these moments would be counter-productive to team spirit.
City remain in contention for another league title as the season reaches its final weeks. Guardiola confirmed that the squad is focused on the remaining matches and will continue to maintain their current approach to post-match conduct, per The Athletic.
