Pep Guardiola Announces Departure from Manchester City

Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City at the end of the season, with his final match in charge against Aston Villa on Sunday at the Etihad Stadium. The kickoff is scheduled for 16:00 BST. Guardiola addressed the media after the club confirmed his departure. He spoke publicly following the announcement. He said the decision to announce his exit today was driven by the fact that the team cannot fight for any other trophies. The lack of further silverware prospects prompted the timing. Guardiola added that he wants to say a proper goodbye on Sunday at the Etihad. He aims to give supporters a proper farewell. The manager emphasized that the announcement was made today to provide clarity for the club and fans. He highlighted the importance of a clear end‑of‑season timeline. The upcoming fixture against Aston Villa will serve as the final opportunity for supporters to bid farewell to Guardiola before his departure.