Guardiola Expresses Distrust in English Referees Ahead of Match

Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, stated that he has never fully trusted referees in England, including the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system. His comments came ahead of Manchester City's Premier League match against Crystal Palace.

Guardiola emphasized that players should not blame referees for not achieving their goals this season, referencing their losses in two FA Cup finals where he felt referees did not perform their duties adequately. He indicated that his distrust in referees has been longstanding, suggesting that it is better not to rely on them.

Guardiola's remarks reflect ongoing concerns regarding officiating in English football, particularly as Manchester City continues to compete for the title against Arsenal.