Manchester City returned to winning ways vs Brighton, with goalkeeper Ederson dropped to the bench.
Ederson was given a rest against Brighton on Saturday after returning back from international duty tired, Pep Guardiola confirmed.
Explaining why Ederson was on the bench, Guardiola said: "Just for the fact the travel from Eddy from Brazil. It happens many times and he plays but he plays two games ." "Eddy plays 90 and 90. he won. When you win the mood is better, Brazil didn't happen. This detail. We spoke with Xabi in detail. With the keepers, the final decision, okay is my responsibility, but I listen a lot to Xabi and Juanma . We decide for that."
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