Guardiola also provided an update on team news, confirming that Rodri and Mateo Kovacic will not be available for the match against Leverkusen. He stated that Rodri will be out for an unspecified period, but that the team will wait a little longer to ensure he is fully recovered before returning him to the lineup.

Guardiola reached a significant milestone in his career, set to make his 100th Champions League match as a manager. He acknowledged that he is getting older and that every game is a milestone, but emphasized the importance of the competition and the experience it provides for the players and the club.

Guardiola also addressed a controversy surrounding his behavior during the Newcastle match, in which he confronted a pitchside cameraman. He apologized for his actions, stating that he feels "embarrassed and ashamed" when he sees the footage. He explained that he is not a perfect person and makes mistakes, but that he defends his team and club.

Finally, Guardiola defended his goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, who has received four yellow cards this season and is at risk of being banned. He stated that Donnarumma has to defend his position and that the team will continue to support him.