Debut errors ‘best lesson’ for new City recruit Khusanov, insists Guardiola

Signing gave away Chelsea’s opening goal in shaky start
Enzo Maresca defends Robert Sánchez after mistake

Pep Guardiola defended Abdukodir Khusanov after Manchester City’s new £33.8m defender endured a torrid start to his debut in Saturday’s win over Chelsea, the manager saying this “is the best lesson you can take”.

The 20-year-old’s weak header back to Ederson led to Noni Madueke’s third minute opener, and he was booked soon after for fouling Cole Palmer.

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Pep: Khusanov 'will learn' from disastrous debut

Pep Guardiola says Abdukodir Khusanov "will learn" after the young defender's nightmare debut against Chelsea.
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