Guardiola's tenure, marked by an unprecedented trophy haul, will culminate after 10 years. While stepping down from his coaching role, Guardiola will continue his association with City Football Group as a global ambassador, providing expert advice to clubs within the system and supporting football development projects.
In an emotional farewell message, Guardiola stated he felt it was time to conclude his journey in Manchester. "When I arrived here, my first interview was with Noel Gallagher. I walked out and thought: 'Noel is here? This is going to be interesting'," Guardiola recalled, referring to the Oasis band member and renowned Manchester City fan, Noel Gallagher. "We had a wonderful time together. Don't ask me why I'm leaving. There's no specific reason, but deep down I know this is the right time. Nothing lasts forever; if it did, I would have stayed."
Guardiola offered praise for the city of Manchester and its people. He noted, "This is a city built on hard work and effort. You can see it in the brickwork of its buildings, in its factories, trade unions, music, and the Industrial Revolution that changed the world. I believe I gradually understood that, and so did my teams."
The 55-year-old manager reflected on many memories from his 10 years at Manchester City, encompassing both painful defeats and triumphant moments. "We worked, suffered, and fought in our own way. There were trips to Bournemouth when we lost the premier league title, but the fans were still there. There was the trip to Istanbul, and everyone was always with us," he expressed.
He also recalled the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing and losing his mother during the Covid-19 pandemic. "Remember the Manchester Arena attack, when this city showed the world what true strength is. Not anger or fear, but love, community, and unity," he confided. "When I lost my mother during the Covid-19 pandemic, this club helped me through it. The fans, staff, and people of Manchester gave me strength when I needed it most."
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