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Guardiola Leaves Man City, Becomes Global Ambassador

5/25/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City this summer to become City Football Group Global Ambassador.
He ended his tenure with a 2-1 loss to Aston Villa on May 13, 2026 after winning 20 trophies, including a 100-point 2017/18 season and a 2022/23 treble.
Fans celebrated cup victories with a May 25, 2026 parade in Manchester where Guardiola thanked supporters, asked for hugs, and where Enzo Maresca was reported as his successor.

History

Historical Context

On 8 May 2013 Sir Alex Ferguson announced his retirement after a 26-year spell at Manchester United that produced 38 trophies. The decision sent United’s shares down 5% and led to the appointment of Everton manager David Moyes on 1 July, marking the first major leadership change for the club since chief executive David Gill stepped down earlier that month.

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Story summary

Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City this summer to become City Football Group Global Ambassador.
He ended his tenure with a 2-1 loss to Aston Villa on May 13, 2026 after winning 20 trophies, including a 100-point 2017/18 season and a 2022/23 treble.
Fans celebrated cup victories with a May 25, 2026 parade in Manchester where Guardiola thanked supporters, asked for hugs, and where Enzo Maresca was reported as his successor.

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