Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola confirmed that the team is facing a difficult task against its counterpart, Brentford, in the match scheduled for Monday evening, in the twenty-third round of the English Football League competition. Guardiola said in the press conference for the match, "We know how difficult the task is against Brentford. It is a new challenge for us. They beat us last season and their coach did an amazing job. They have strong, fast players and amazing strikers as well." The City coach added, "Everyone is ready, everyone is ready. Manuel Akanji is also back. The busy period has begun, and the Champions League is approaching. It is good that everyone is available," explaining, "Alland is fine and ready to participate. He played 25 minutes against Burnley. All the players were looking for him. This is It shows how important he is to us." He continued, "John Stones is good. It was not a muscle issue but an ankle injury. When it comes to the ankle, it's okay. The risk is small. He needs to take a step forward to be the John Stones we saw last season, step by step. We hope he continues.” Regarding the possibility of involving the attacking duo Alvarez and Haaland together? Guardiola explained, “I analyze the team and the capabilities we have and try to make the players feel comfortable. Haaland played last season, and Julian Alvarez is a striker with different characteristics and movements. Brentford are dangerous from throw-ins and corner kicks. "We have to adapt, and we know they are very good at it."