Pep Guardiola made a promise that Manchester City will reclaim the FA Cup next season after losing it to Manchester United. He avoided answering a difficult question about his future at the Etihad. Despite losing the FA Cup final to United, Guardiola emphasized the importance of celebrating City’s fourth consecutive Premier League title during a parade through Manchester. The loss in the cup final and the rainy weather in Manchester slightly dampened the mood, but City quickly resumed their celebrations with fireworks and open top bus rides. He expressed happiness and pride in front of thousands of fans at Cathedral Gardens, emphasizing the team’s achievement. I never imagined that I would stay here for eight years, but everything has been going smoothly. We have arrived here gradually and it may seem like a regular occurrence, but it is not. Man City fans are gathering in the city center before the Premier League trophy parade begins. Guardiola has one season remaining on his contract and intends to fulfill that final year, but he has raised the question of whether he will have the drive to continue beyond that. Although he has expressed a likelihood of leaving within the next seven years, he is also willing to consider a new contract if the club shows interest. Guardiola seemed surprised and chuckled nervously when asked if he would stay indefinitely, and instead hinted at a return for the next season following their cup victory. “We will win the FA Cup,” he announced, receiving enthusiastic cheers from the audience. Star midfielder and Player of the Season Phil Foden echoed the sentiment, expressing gratitude to the fans and acknowledging the specialness of the season.
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