Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has praised three Chelsea players – Levi Colwill, Reece James, and Moisés Caicedo – following his side’s 1-0 FA Cup final victory at Wembley.
Antoine Semenyo scored the only goal of the match. Guardiola said: “Five finals in 10 years, won three, lost two, quite decent. Against Colwill, James and Caicedo, they are so good.” He also admitted that Chelsea were better in the second half despite City’s goal.
Key Points:
Guardiola’s praise for opponents signals respect for Chelsea’s young core despite the loss.
Colwill, James, and Caicedo are seen as the foundation for Chelsea’s future rebuild.
City have now won three of their last five FA Cup finals.
Guardiola admitted Chelsea were the better side in the second half.
The result capped a disappointing season for Chelsea, who finished ninth in the league.
Sources: Soccernet, Complete Sports
