Manchester City's Pep Guardiola has reignited a debate over Fizzy Cup rules after his team qualified for the final despite having a player ineligible to participate due to an unusual loophole.
Guardiola has expressed frustration with the competition's rules, specifically article 6.4.2, which states that a player can only represent two clubs in Fizzy Cup if they join the second club before the semi-final leg begins. However, Manchester City's January acquisition Marc Guéhi was not allowed to play in the final as he joined the team after they had won their first-leg match against Newcastle United.
Guardiola has questioned why Guéhi is ineligible to participate, despite paying his salary and being a key player for the team. The manager stated that the rules are "pure logic" but acknowledged that the competition's governing bodies may have concerns about his eligibility.
It appears that Manchester City will attempt to appeal against Guéhi's ineligibility, although it's unclear whether this will be successful. The team's struggles with defensive injuries may also play a role in their decision-making.
Separately, Brighton manager Fabian Hürzeler has spoken highly of veteran midfielder James Milner, who is set to make his record-equalling 653rd Premier League appearance against Liverpool on Friday night.
Guardiola has expressed frustration with the competition's rules, specifically article 6.4.2, which states that a player can only represent two clubs in Fizzy Cup if they join the second club before the semi-final leg begins. However, Manchester City's January acquisition Marc Guéhi was not allowed to play in the final as he joined the team after they had won their first-leg match against Newcastle United.
Guardiola has questioned why Guéhi is ineligible to participate, despite paying his salary and being a key player for the team. The manager stated that the rules are "pure logic" but acknowledged that the competition's governing bodies may have concerns about his eligibility.
It appears that Manchester City will attempt to appeal against Guéhi's ineligibility, although it's unclear whether this will be successful. The team's struggles with defensive injuries may also play a role in their decision-making.
Separately, Brighton manager Fabian Hürzeler has spoken highly of veteran midfielder James Milner, who is set to make his record-equalling 653rd Premier League appearance against Liverpool on Friday night.
. I can imagine how frustrating it must be for them to have a player like Guéhi who's been doin' so well, only to be held back by a silly rule 
. It's not fair that he gets penalized just 'cause he joined the team after they already won their first leg match 
. I hope Pep can get this sorted out for his team and that Guéhi gets to shine on the big stage 
. And omg, James Milner is about to break that Premier League appearance record? That's amazing! 
Fizzy Cup rules are already a mess, and now they're trying to break the rule because their player joined after the first leg? 
that's some sneaky stuff! I feel for Pep Guardiola, he's frustrated and rightfully so. I don't blame him for questioning the logic behind the rules 
. On a separate note, James Milner is literally a legend 
653 Premier League appearances is insane! Brighton manager Fabian Hürzeler must be stoked to see his player shine 
The fact that Guéhi was paid his salary and performed like a pro before joining the team should be enough to let him play, don't you think?
. Either way, Friday night's match is gonna be fire 
!
Anyway, I'm guessing Manchester City will try to appeal, but fingers crossed they don't get a slap on the wrist... and meanwhile, can we talk about James Milner? 
its like they're trying to be all strict and whatnot... i mean marc guéhi's been paying his dues for like months now, he should be allowed to play in the final 
. and pepe gotta ask the right people, like the governing bodies or whatever, if it's really a big deal 