Arjen Robben was observed offering words of encouragement to the Manchester City team in the dressing room following their 5-1 triumph over Wolves.
City’s narrow the gap to Premier League leaders Arsenal to just one point after Erling Haaland and Julian Alvarez found the net.
Their quest for a fourth consecutive title remains intact, with this victory marking their sixth consecutive top-flight win, tallying an impressive 24 goals during this period.
According to The Daily Mail, several football legends attended the match, including David Silva, who made his first return to the Etihad since leaving in July 2020.
Known for sharing amusing anecdotes about Guardiola’s habit of calling him at odd times for business discussions, Robben lauded City for their victory over Wolves and encouraged them to maintain pressure on Arsenal. Throughout his career, Robben has represented Bayern, Chelsea, Real Madrid, PSV, and Groningen.
Notably, Dutch football icon Arjen Robben was not only spotted at the Etihad during his recent visit to the UK. Social media was abuzz with images of the former winger at Anfield, witnessing Liverpool’s 4-2 victory over Tottenham, accompanied by former teammate Thiago Alcantara.
With three victories in their last three matches, Manchester City could clinch the Premier League title as they pursue their fourth consecutive championship.
Reflecting on the win against Wolves and the challenges ahead, Pep Guardiola emphasized the importance of the remaining two weeks, with three crucial matches on the horizon.
Guardiola stressed the need for maximum points in the upcoming fixtures to control their destiny in the Premier League title race, acknowledging Arsenal’s strong form in recent matches.
Despite the convincing 5-1 victory over Wolves, Guardiola highlighted areas for improvement, particularly in ball retention. He also commended Wolves for their tactical approach, singling out Hwang Hee-chan and Matheus Cunha as constant threats.