Trending Now - Pep Guardiola's Legacy at Man City: a Decade of Genius and Change

WHO:

Daily Mail Sports - Enzo Maresca is believed to have signed a three-year deal to replace Guardiola as Manchester City manager.

Daily Mail Sports - Enzo Maresca is expected to take over as Manchester City manager after Guardiola's exit, having previously led Chelsea to Champions League qualification and won the Conference League and Club World Cup during his debut season in charge.

The New York Times - Enzo Maresca is expected to replace Guardiola, having previously led Leicester City to promotion from the Championship.

Daily Mail Sports - Pep Guardiola, Manchester City manager

The New York Times - Enzo Maresca, expected successor to Guardiola

WHAT:

Daily Mail Sports - Guardiola will stand down as Manchester City manager after the final Premier League game of the season.

NBC Sports - Guardiola's departure is expected to be confirmed on Sunday, with an open-top bus parade planned to celebrate his impact on English football on Monday.

The New York Times - Guardiola's last match is scheduled against Aston Villa, which could see Manchester City clinch the title if they can overturn leaders Arsenal’s two-point advantage.

NBC Sports - Guardiola will reportedly leave Manchester City at the conclusion of the 2025-26 Premier League season.

NBC Sports - Guardiola won his 20th trophy as City boss when the club beat Chelsea in the FA Cup Final.

NBC Sports - An open-top bus parade is expected to celebrate Guardiola’s impact on English football.

The New York Times - Guardiola's last match as Manchester City manager will be on May 24, which could see them clinch the title if they can overturn leaders Arsenal’s two-point advantage.

The New York Times - Guardiola has won six Premier League titles at City and could yet win a seventh.

NBC Sports - Pep Guardiola will reportedly leave Manchester City at the conclusion of the 2025-26 Premier League season.

NBC Sports - Guardiola won his 20th trophy as City boss when the club beat Chelsea in the FA Cup Final.

NBC Sports - An open-top bus parade is expected to celebrate Guardiola’s impact on English football.

Daily Mail Sports - Enzo Maresca is believed to have signed a three-year deal to replace Guardiola as Manchester City manager.

Daily Mail Sports - Guardiola stated he is more concerned with "bottling the memories" of his career than receiving any lasting tributes during his final game, saying, "When you're old, you can look at the memories."

The New York Times - Guardiola's departure follows a season in which Manchester City has won the Carabao Cup and FA Cup, with a total of 20 major trophies during his 10-year tenure.

The New York Times - Guardiola's last match as Manchester City manager will be against Aston Villa, which is scheduled for May 24.

Daily Mail Sports - Guardiola has been seen out in Manchester for the first time since the announcement of his departure.

The New York Times - Guardiola's last match as Manchester City manager will be on May 24, which could see them clinch the title if they can overturn leaders Arsenal’s two-point advantage.

The New York Times - Guardiola's departure follows a season in which Manchester City has won the Carabao Cup and FA Cup, with Saturday’s triumph over Chelsea securing a 20th major trophy for Guardiola during his tenure.

Daily Mail Sports - Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City at the end of the season.

The New York Times - Guardiola has won 20 major trophies during his 10-year tenure at Manchester City, including six Premier League titles and the Champions League in 2023.

Daily Mail Sports - Guardiola stated he does not expect any lasting tributes during his final game against Aston Villa, saying, "When you're old, you can look at the memories."

Daily Mail Sports - Guardiola's last match as City manager will be against Aston Villa.

WHERE:

Daily Mail Sports - Manchester, England

The New York Times - Etihad Stadium, Manchester

WHEN:

NBC Sports - The announcement of Guardiola's departure is expected to be confirmed on Sunday.

The New York Times - Guardiola's last match is scheduled for May 24.

The New York Times - Guardiola's contract was last signed in November 2024 and was due to run until June 2027.

The New York Times - Guardiola's final match is scheduled for May 24.

The New York Times - Guardiola's contract was due to run until June 2027.

WHY:

The New York Times - Guardiola's exit is linked to the ongoing investigation into alleged financial breaches by Manchester City, with over 115 charges pending.

Daily Mail Sports - Guardiola always earmarked the summer of 2025 as the suitable end date for his tenure at Manchester City, but felt he could not leave the club in disrepair.

Daily Mail Sports - Guardiola always earmarked the summer of 2025 as the suitable end date for his tenure at Manchester City, but felt he could not leave the club in disrepair.

The New York Times - Guardiola's exit is linked to the ongoing investigation into alleged financial breaches by Manchester City, with over 115 charges pending.

The New York Times - Guardiola's departure follows a season in which Manchester City has won the Carabao Cup and FA Cup, amid speculation about his future and the club's ongoing investigation into alleged financial breaches.

HOW:

The New York Times - Enzo Maresca informed Chelsea representatives about his candidacy for the Manchester City role in late October and mid-December.

The New York Times - Guardiola's departure is part of a broader transition at Manchester City, with Enzo Maresca expected to take over as manager after Guardiola's exit.

The New York Times - Guardiola's departure is part of a broader transition at Manchester City, with Enzo Maresca expected to take over as manager after Guardiola's exit.

NBC Sports - It is thought that City have begun to inform their sponsor partners that the announcement of Guardiola's departure is imminent.

The New York Times - Enzo Maresca informed Chelsea representatives about his candidacy for the Manchester City role in late October and mid-December.

The New York Times - Enzo Maresca is expected to take over as Manchester City manager after Guardiola's exit, having previously led City’s Under-21s and served as a first-team assistant to Guardiola.

The New York Times - Guardiola's departure is part of a broader transition at Manchester City, with Enzo Maresca expected to take over as manager after Guardiola's exit.

(UPDATED May 19, 2026 19:33 UTC)

Pep Guardiola will step down as Manchester City manager after the final Premier League game of the season, with his departure expected to be officially announced on Sunday. His last match will be against Aston Villa, where Manchester City has the chance to clinch the title by overcoming Arsenal's two-point lead, and an open-top bus parade is planned for Monday to celebrate his contributions to English football. Meanwhile, Enzo Maresca has already expressed his interest in the Manchester City role to Chelsea representatives in late October and mid-December.

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(UPDATED May 19, 2026 17:49 UTC)

Enzo Maresca is believed to have signed a three-year deal to take over as Manchester City manager, replacing Guardiola, who will reportedly leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 Premier League season. Guardiola recently celebrated his 20th trophy with City after the team beat Chelsea in the FA Cup Final, and an open-top bus parade is expected to honor his contributions to English football. The announcement of Guardiola's departure is anticipated to be confirmed on Sunday, and it comes amid an ongoing investigation into alleged financial breaches by Manchester City, with over 115 charges pending.

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(UPDATED May 19, 2026 13:53 UTC)

Enzo Maresca is set to take over as Manchester City manager following Guardiola's departure, having previously led Chelsea to Champions League qualification and secured victories in the Conference League and Club World Cup during his first season. Guardiola's final match with City is scheduled for May 24, where they will aim to clinch the title by overcoming a two-point deficit against leaders Arsenal, adding to his impressive tally of six Premier League titles. This transition comes as Guardiola had planned to end his tenure in the summer of 2025, but he chose to stay longer to ensure the club was in good shape before his exit.

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(UPDATED May 19, 2026 11:53 UTC)

Pep Guardiola is set to leave Manchester City at the conclusion of the 2025-26 Premier League season, following a remarkable tenure that included winning his 20th trophy with the club after their victory over Chelsea in the FA Cup Final. In recognition of his significant impact on English football, an open-top bus parade is expected to celebrate his achievements. Reports suggest that Manchester City has started to inform their sponsor partners that the announcement of Guardiola's departure is imminent.

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(UPDATED May 19, 2026 10:13 UTC)

Enzo Maresca is believed to have signed a three-year deal to take over as Manchester City manager, succeeding Guardiola. In his final game, Guardiola expressed that he is more focused on cherishing the memories of his career rather than seeking tributes, stating, "When you're old, you can look at the memories." He had always planned to step down in the summer of 2025 but felt he couldn't leave the club in disrepair.

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(UPDATED May 19, 2026 06:19 UTC)

In a significant development for Manchester City, Pep Guardiola is set to depart after a remarkable decade that included winning 20 major trophies, with his final match scheduled against Aston Villa on May 24. Enzo Maresca, who previously led Leicester City to promotion from the Championship, is expected to take over as manager, having expressed his interest in the role to Chelsea representatives late last year. Guardiola's exit comes amid an ongoing investigation into alleged financial breaches by Manchester City, with over 115 charges pending against the club.

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(UPDATED May 19, 2026 04:18 UTC)

Pep Guardiola has been spotted in Manchester for the first time since announcing his departure as manager of Manchester City. His final match will be on May 24, where the team has a chance to clinch the title if they can overcome Arsenal's two-point lead. Following Guardiola's exit, Enzo Maresca is expected to step in as the new manager after previously leading the Under-21s and serving as an assistant to Guardiola.

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(UPDATED May 18, 2026 23:20 UTC)

Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City at the end of the season, marking the end of a decade-long tenure during which he won 20 major trophies, including six Premier League titles and the Champions League in 2023. His final match is scheduled for May 24 against Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, where he has stated he does not expect any lasting tributes, reflecting on memories instead. Following Guardiola's departure, Enzo Maresca is expected to take over as the new manager, as the club navigates a broader transition amid ongoing investigations into alleged financial breaches.