Frank Christian
Pep Guardiola, the head coach of Manchester City, has apologized for an inappropriate remark he made during a press conference following his team’s 3-3 draw with Feyenoord.
While discussing a scratch on his nose, Guardiola made a joking comment about self-harm, saying, “I want to harm myself,” when asked about his injury. He later explained that it was from a sharp fingernail.
The comment quickly attracted attention, prompting Guardiola to publicly address it.
On Wednesday, he took to social media to express his remorse.
“I was surprised by the question… My response was never meant to trivialize the serious issue of self-harm,” he stated.
In his message, he also emphasized the importance of mental health and encouraged individuals to seek help from organizations like Samaritans.
The Samaritans provide emotional support 24/7, ensuring complete confidentiality.
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For those in the U.S., The Mental Health Hotline at 866-903-3787 offers confidential assistance at no cost.
A challenging time for Guardiola and Manchester City
Guardiola’s comment followed a difficult match for Manchester City, where they had a 3-0 lead over Feyenoord but allowed their opponents to equalize in the final 15 minutes.
This result has increased the pressure on the team in their Champions League journey.
Previously, Guardiola acknowledged his team’s struggles with mental resilience, a sentiment echoed by midfielder Kevin De Bruyne.
As Manchester City prepares for their upcoming match against Liverpool, Guardiola is expected to further discuss the incident during Friday’s pre-match press conference.
