Postecoglou added: “Mathys is working really hard but we’re asking him to do a massive job for us at this level and he’s probably one that did probably need a rest and probably does need a rest because he’s come in and played every game.
Man City claimed a semblance of revenge on Tottenham after two defeats in quick succession at the start of a difficult winter period, but Pep Guardiola was effusive in praise for Postecoglou’s side.
Erling Haaland’s 12th-minute effort separated the teams and on a night where Bayern Munich loanee Mathys Tel struggled, with Postecoglou acknowledging the anticipated return of 11-goal Dominic Solanke following a knee injury will be welcome.
Odobert did squander two of Spurs’ best chances in the second half, with captain Son Heung-min and Pape Sarr also culpable as they suffered a narrow defeat.
“Lucas Bergvall, every time he has the ball and run unstoppable, Djed Spence and Pedro Porro, (Destiny) Udogie, (Dejan) Kulusevski, Son, an incredible physical team with a clear idea to play.
