It has been a very difficult season for the Englishman, who has struggled to replicate his best form throughout. However, after making a promising cameo in City’s FA Cup victory against Bournemouth over the weekend, he was named in the starting lineup for City’s game against Leicester, and he returned Pep Guardiola’s faith by finding the back of the net within two minutes, ending his 16-month goal drought. City won the game 2-0, with Omar Marmoush scoring their other goal. Grealish was awarded Player of the Match for his outstanding performance. Jack Grealish Pays Emotional Tribute to Brother After Match
After the game, Grealish gave an emotional interview to Sky Sports, saying, “I felt like I deserved to play tonight and I was just happy. It was a nice day because my little brother passed away 25 years ago today.” “So this day is always hard in the family. My mum and dad were here and I think this day is always difficult in the family so to score and to win is brilliant.” The goal was especially meaningful for Grealish because it was the 25th anniversary of the death of his brother, Keelan, who tragically died at the age of nine months.
Then, following the game, Grealish shared another heartfelt homage to his brother on social media, including pictures of him gazing up at the sky after scoring and his brother’s tombstone, writing: “With me always especially this day that was for you Keelan.”
Grealish Praised by Pep Guardiola After Man City 2-0 Leicester
He didn’t know how significant the day was for him
After the game, Guardiola honoured Grealish. According to ESPN, he stated:
“Jack is a remarkable person. I was unaware of the anniversary. How difficult it must be for his sister, his parents, and the entire family is beyond me. He remembers him today, which is excellent. They probably recall each and every day. He played well and scored a goal.
“He prefers to play in the middle,” he continued. He used to be a free-spirited guy. He feels at ease playing in the background. He has the ability to always be outside the lines. I’m glad for him. I am aware that not playing frequently is difficult. He did a great job in the FA Cup last game.
Man City’s focus will now shift to Sunday’s derby showdown at Old Trafford versus Manchester United. After his performance against Leicester, Grealish, who is drawing interest from Tottenham, is probably going to keep his spot in the starting eleven.
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