In addition, the trainer sometimes seems guided by fear. Bayern board member Oliver Kahn said years ago that Guardiola was “In terms of his habitus and type, he is rather anxious”. And in fact, the 51-year-old has been accused for years of acting too discouraged in crucial Champions League games.
Guardiola and the pursuit of perfection
Guardiola deviated from his tactics and playful line several times and failed spectacularly. Most recently in last year’s final, when he inexplicably played without defensive midfield, allowing Chelsea to win. It seems as if the trainer wants to avoid overlooking something, doing something wrong.
This time it wasn’t a tactical gamble that made City fail against Madrid. But once again Guardiola and his players deviated from their line. The masters of game and ball control let Real take control in the final minutes.
