The era is over: Gвардиола will leave Manchester City after Sunday’s match.
According to several authoritative sports publications, Pep Gвардиола will officially step down as the head coach of Manchester City right after the final round of the season’s matches on Sunday. This decision marks the end of one of the most dominant periods in English football history.
Over the past eight years, the Catalan coach has transformed Manchester City from a solid mid-tier team into a global football powerhouse. Six FA Cups, a historic victory in 2023, revolutionary tactics, and the development of a generation of stars—all these achievements are now part of the golden legacy of Pep Gвардиола. His departure isn’t just a personnel change; it’s a fundamental shift for the club.
Sunday’s match at Etihad Stadium will be the final chapter of this era. What lies ahead for Manchester City is a difficult transition period: finding a successor, adapting to the new coaching philosophy, and trying to maintain its status as Europe’s number one team. No matter what the future holds, one thing is certain: Manchester City under Gвардиола’s leadership will be part of history forever.