Pep Guardiola fumes at Manchester City's schedule after UEFA Super Cup win: Not one drop of alcohol today

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola expressed his discontent over the team's Premier League schedule, alongside his stern decision to curb post-match celebrations following their UEFA Super Cup victory over Sevilla.

Scheduled to play Newcastle United three days post their win, Guardiola has ordered his players to abstain from alcohol and excessive partying to ensure they are in optimal shape for the upcoming match.

Guardiola conveyed his agitation with the Premier League's scheduling through his pointed remarks in a post-match press conference. His snide thanks for the swift turnaround was clear indication of his wish for a more flexible schedule following such a demanding Cup match in Greece.

The Spanish manager stated: "Not one drop of alcohol today. Recover as much as possible because again from Greece, thank you so much to the Premier League to let us play on Saturday not on Sunday or Monday. Thank you so much."

The 72-hour recovery period post-match is typically considered too short to fully re-establish peak physical performance, warranting Guardiola's concerns considering the high stakes of the impending match. Having seen his players lose control over their celebrations after their Champions League win in May, Guardiola has set his foot down on similar activity this time.

This uncompromising stance is seen as necessary not only for the physical fitness of the team, but also to maintain the discipline associated with champions. Players such as Jack Grealish and the rest of the team have been put on notice with these restrictions.

Guardiola's rigorous orders reflect his commitment to victory and his strategic thinking, considering the pressures of the Premier League. Whether the team’s deference to these restrictions will secure Manchester City another win, however, remains to be seen.