After the match against Athletic Bilbao, rumors spread about Chen Zhong being a ball hog.
In the last moments of the match, the "internal conflict" that erupted on the field with Real Madrid also drew keen attention from fans.
Holding back for a long time, Guardiola finally couldn't resist retaliating against Mourinho in the media. Of course, when talking about Chen Zhong, recalling the amazement at their first meeting and the inspiration for his current tactical system, Guardiola slightly toned down his remarks.
When reporters asked how he viewed the national derby, Guardiola candidly said, "The national derby has actually already begun; every match is preparation for that match."
