What happened: Pep Guardiola ended his post-match press conference by crossing his arms and shouting, "Come on you Irons," after Manchester City's 3-0 win over Brentford. The gesture was a clear nod to West Ham before Arsenal's trip to London Stadium, with City cutting the Premier League gap to two points. It also extends the same Guardiola title-race messaging seen in his recent public push on Arsenal pressure.
FC·May 9, 2026 07:06 PM ET
Guardiola appeals to West Ham as City close on Arsenal
City need West Ham to help.
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