Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has spoken out about the incidents involving fans during the recent Manchester derby, which left Phil Foden and Jack Grealish feeling unsettled.

Fan Incidents During the Derby

• Jack Grealish was allegedly slapped by a fan as he walked into the Old Trafford tunnel after the 0-0 draw. A 20-year-old man has since been charged with assault.
• Phil Foden faced derogatory chants about his mother from Manchester United fans during the first half of the match. Guardiola described these chants as showing 'a lack of class.'

Guardiola's Perspective

Guardiola emphasized that the issues faced by Foden and Grealish are indicative of broader societal problems rather than being specific to Manchester United or football in general.

'He doesn't feel good but we move forward. It's a crazy world. Nobody is away from that. It's not about United, it's not a problem of a specific club or department in world football. It's beyond that person. It happens everywhere.' - Pep Guardiola

Manchester City's Upcoming Match

Despite the challenges, Manchester City is preparing for their next Premier League match against Crystal Palace at Etihad Stadium on Saturday. However, they will be without key players due to injuries, including Erling Haaland, Rodri, John Stones, Manuel Akanji, and Nathan Ake.

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Additional Coverage

• Fans 'should be ashamed' of Foden chants - Guardiola
• Man charged with assault after Grealish incident in derby
• 'Sexism isn't banter' - but why no FA action over Foden chants?

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