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Guardiola Warns Club World Cup May Strain City Players

7/1/2025

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Pep Guardiola voiced his worries about the upcoming Club World Cup potentially disrupting Manchester City's 2025-26 season. As they prepare to face Al-Hilal in the knockout stage, he stressed the importance of player recovery. With 32 teams competing in the U.S. in 2025, the packed schedule raises serious concerns for player welfare.

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Pep Guardiola voiced his worries about the upcoming Club World Cup potentially disrupting Manchester City's 2025-26 season. As they prepare to face Al-Hilal in the knockout stage, he stressed the importance of player recovery. With 32 teams competing in the U.S. in 2025, the packed schedule raises serious concerns for player welfare.