(Reuters) - Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola will not allow his players time off for Christmas as he wants to ensure they are fully prepared for Monday's Premier League trip to basement team Hull City.
Guardiola, whose side are third and trail leaders Chelsea by seven points, said he consulted his players before taking the decision.
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