PEP GUARDIOLA sent a heart-warming message to Manchester City fans telling them he cannot ‘weight’ for the day football returns
The Etihad chief said he expects everyone will be a ‘little bit fatter’ due to the lockdown period caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Pep Guardiola and Man City are trying to help fans get through the lockdownCredit: Getty Images – Getty
But he urged people to follow the advice of the Government and medical experts by staying indoors until told otherwise.
Guardiola was helping to launch a new ‘Cityzens At Home’ website which will allow his club’s fans to stay close to the club during these difficult times.
The 49-year-old is currently back home in Barcelona with his family but he sent back a video message.
He said: “We miss football. We miss the life that we had a few days ago but now is the time to listen, to follow our scientists, doctors and nurses.
“You are my football family and we are going to do everything possible to make you feel better.
“We’ll come back from this stronger, better, kinder…and a little bit fatter. Stay inside, stay safe.”
Several City stars including Sergio Aguero, Bernardo Silva and Gabriel Jesus also recorded message for the launch.
Cityzens at Home includes regularly updated news, advice and a wide range of fun and educational activities, centred on football.
Among the features included are:
- Bespoke football coaching videos provided by members of the Manchester City coaching staff
- Daily skills challenges and mindfulness classes
- Downloadable colouring content for kids
- Recipes inspired by the City players
- Community news of what the Club is doing to support the local area
- Club updates
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
