Pep Guardiola sends title race plea to West Ham: 'Come on you Irons' Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola expressed hope that West Ham United will drop points in their upcoming Premier League match against Arsenal, as the reigning champions look to close the gap at the top of the table. After securing a 3-0 victory over Brentford at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, Guardiola emphasized the importance of West Ham's performance in the title race. The win, which saw goals from Jérémy Doku, Erling Haaland, and Omar Marmoush, narrowed the gap between City and leaders Arsenal to two points. Guardiola, who has led City to the top of the league table for much of the season, acknowledged the challenges ahead. He urged West Ham to lose their clash with Arsenal, stating, "It's not in our hands now so it depends on them dropping points." The Catalan coach's plea came as he exited the postmatch media session, mimicking a gesture popular among West Ham fans and shouting, "Come on you Irons," a nod to the club's nickname. The title race remains tightly contested, with Arsenal set to visit West Ham on Sunday. Guardiola highlighted the difficulty of maintaining their position, noting that City still have a demanding schedule ahead. The team must face Crystal Palace, Bournemouth, and Aston Villa in the coming weeks, while Arsenal will take on West Ham, Burnley, and Palace. Guardiola admitted the calendar is "demanding" and stressed the importance of consistency. "Everything is possible," Guardiola said, reflecting on the season's progression. "We are fighting with a team in the final of the Champions League without losing a game and have been top of the league almost all season." He praised Doku's contribution to the title race, emphasizing that the player's performance has kept City in the hunt.#arsenal #pep_guardiola #west_ham_united #etihad_stadium #jC3A9rC3A9my_doku
