End of an era as Pep Guardiola prepares for Manchester City farewell after a historic decade at the Etihad
Pep Guardiola is set to coach his final match for Manchester City, concluding a remarkable decade at the club. He leaves behind a legacy as one of the greatest managers in English football history, having secured numerous titles including the Champions League. Guardiola will take on a new role as a global ambassador for the City Football Group following his departure.
- ▪Guardiola's last match will be against Aston Villa on Sunday.
- ▪During his tenure, he won six Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy.
- ▪He will be succeeded by former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca.
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Pep Guardiola will coach his final Manchester City match on Sunday, bringing to an end an illustrious decade at the Etihad Stadium.Guardiola's departure had been widely expected for much of this season, despite the Spaniard having a year left to run on his contract, and he will be given his send-off against Aston Villa on Sunday afternoon. He departs as inarguably the greatest manager in the club's history and one of the most transformative coaches in the history of the English game. Ten years at the City helm have brought six Premier League titles, three FA Cups, five EFL Cups and, as part of the 2023 treble winners, a Champions League trophy."Don't ask me the reasons I'm leaving," said Guardiola. "There is no reason, but deep inside, I know it's my time.
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