Pep Guardiola bids farewell to Manchester City at Etihad Stadium

On May 24, 2026, Manchester City played their final match of the season against Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium. The match served as a formal farewell for manager Pep Guardiola, who is concluding his ten-year tenure at the club. During his time with the team, Guardiola secured 20 trophies. Fans honored his contribution with a large tifo displayed in the main stand of the stadium. Alongside Guardiola, the club also bid farewell to players Bernardo Silva and John Stones, who are departing as well. Enzo Maresca is set to succeed Guardiola as the new manager. The event marked the end of a significant era for the Manchester club.