- Pep Guardiola has concluded his decade-long tenure as Manchester City manager, with his final match ending in a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa.
- During his 10 years, Guardiola led City to an unprecedented 20 trophies, including six Premier League titles and their first Champions League.
- Former assistant Enzo Maresca is considered the frontrunner to succeed Guardiola, who has pledged to contact his replacement to offer advice.
- Guardiola, who plans to take a break, confirmed his exit was planned for some time and advised his successor to “Be yourself and the club will support you unconditionally”.
- Long-serving players Bernardo Silva and John Stones also made their farewell appearances, receiving guards of honour and reflecting on their successful time at the club.
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