Manchester City's Spanish manager Pep Guardiola applauds fans after the English Premier League football match between Everton and Manchester City at Goodison Park in Liverpool, north west England on April 19, 2025. City won the game 2-0. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP)
Man City coach Pep Guardiola has revealed that exhaustion and the need for a fresh challenge influenced his decision to leave Manchester City after a historic 10-year spell in charge.
Guardiola confirmed that Sunday’s Premier League clash against Aston Villa will be his final match as City manager, bringing an end to one of the most successful eras in the club’s history.
During his decade at the Etihad Stadium, the Spaniard guided City to 20 trophies, including six Premier League titles and the club’s first UEFA Champions League triumph.
Speaking at a pre-match press conference on Friday, Guardiola said he believes the team now needs “new energy” to continue progressing.
