Guardiola’s Private Chat Unveiled: Rodrygo Shines as City Top Madrid 2-1 in the CL

Key moments from Guardiola's private chat with Rodrygo

Spanish coach Pep Guardiola revealed the behind-the-scenes chat he had with Rodrygo, Real Madrid's winger, after City's 2-1 victory over the Blancos in the Champions League on Wednesday night at the Bernabéu.

And Rodrygo returned to scoring for Madrid after a nine-month drought; his last Madrid goal came on March 4 in the Champions League, against Atlético Madrid.

His performance on a big night at the Bernabéu, facing Guardiola's City, put him back among Madrid's stars.

Guardiola's praise and Rodrygo's comeback

Guardiola, after the final whistle, did not hesitate to praise the player on Movistar+ in Spain, acknowledging his performance and his strong return.

And the Spaniard's remarks were explicit: 'I told Rodrygo he is an amazing player. He is at another level. Happy with his return from injury. He is very, very good.'

Rodrygo then started in the XI for Xabi Alonso in Mbappé's absence, while Gonzalo García lined up as the central striker against City, and the Brazilian again proved his value with a dominant display.

Sniper punchline: If elegance is a goal, Rodrygo’s been writing sonnets on the pitch lately. Punchline 2: Guardiola’s compliments are so sharp, even the post-match coffee needs a helmet.