Following another setback due to injury against Luton Town, Jack Grealish displayed clear signs of frustration.
This season, he has been plagued by injuries, making it particularly disheartening for him to be substituted during the Copenhagen match a few weeks ago.
Despite returning to the starting lineup for the FA Cup game against Luton, where Erling Haaland’s impressive performance, supported by assists from Kevin De Bruyne, gave Manchester City a comfortable lead, Grealish’s participation was short-lived.
An injury forced him off the field before halftime, with Jeremy Doku taking his place. The visibly shocked Grealish received support from staff and teammates on the bench, attempting to conceal his emotions by covering his head with his coat.
Meanwhile, Haaland’s hat-trick extended City’s lead to 3-0, but Luton Town responded with a remarkable goal from Jordan Clark. Grealish, who has been dealing with groin pain recently, is uncertain if this latest setback is related to his previous ailment.
Ahead of the Luton match, Pep Guardiola praised Grealish’s talent but also emphasized the need for him to prove his worth on the field. Guardiola stressed the importance of players establishing their rhythm and fitness through consistent performance, highlighting the rigorous standards expected within the team.
