The Spanish coach of Manchester City, champion of the English Premier League for the last four seasons, Pep Guardiola, said on Friday that he will stay in his position until 2027.
Guardiola, who won six league titles in the past seven years with City, signed a two-year contract extension until 2027 on Thursday.
The hearing on 115 charges brought by the League against City will continue for several weeks, and a decision is expected to be issued before the end of the season.
The club have strongly denied any financial irregularities, but could face serious penalties if found guilty of some or all of the charges.
Guardiola said in his press conference before hosting Tottenham on Saturday in the twelfth round: “I said that six months ago, one year ago when all the clubs accused us of making a mistake if we down, i’ll be here.
He said, “If they send us to the fifth tier (National League), we will rise and rise and return to the English Premier League. I knew that then and I feel it now.”
Guardiola’s decision to extend his contract is also a strong boost in a rare period of poor results that the team is currently experiencing.
For the first time in his coaching career, a team led by Guadroela lost four games in a row. But the 53-year-old hit back at City’s critics, pointing to their success in becoming the first team to win four consecutive league titles.
“When you are here for nine years, with a long time at one club, you live in every situation, every situation,” he said.
He continued, “You can lose four games in a row, but at the same time you can win four league titles in a row.”
He said, “The difference is that most teams are able to lose four games in a row in different competitions, but only one team has won four league titles in a row to win
City began their run of four in a row with a League Cup exit against Tottenham, before two league defeats against Bournemouth and Brighton, as well as a 4-1 defeat against Portuguese Sporting in the fourth round of the Champions League competition.
The four defeats came outside the rules, and Guardiola hopes to stop them at his home stadium, Al-Ittihad, where his team has not been defeated in two years.
“We have to start winning games, we know that,” explained Guardiola on the eve of the Tottenham host “We return to our home, and we hope we can perform well and start our rhythm to find
City’s defeat coincided with suffering a number of injuries in its ranks, most of which were recovered by the return of John Stones, Dutchman Nathan Ake and Switzerland’s Manuel Akanji. while Phil Foden, Jack Grealish and Jeremy Doku from Belgium trained this week despite their withdrawal. from their national teams.
On the other hand, the club will miss the efforts of Croatian international midfielder Mateo Kovačić for a period of between “three weeks and one month” after he was injured in the first half of his country’s game against Portugal (1 -1) in the last sixth round of the group stage of the European Nations League competition.
Guardiola said he would not be available “for a certain period, three weeks or a month.”
Manchester City are in second place, five points behind leaders Liverpool.
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## World-Today-News Exclusive Interview: Pep Guardiola’s Future and Manchester City’s Challenges
**Host:** Welcome back to World-Today-News
Today, we’re diving into the world of football with two esteemed guests to discuss the recent news surrounding Pep Guardiola and Manchester City. Joining us are [**Guest 1 Name and Credentials, e.g., David Johnson, Football Analyst and Former Professional Player**] and [**Guest 2 Name and Credentials, e.g., Sarah Martinez, Sports Journalist specializing in Premier League Football**].
Welcome to you both. We’re thrilled to have your perspectives on this fascinating situation.
**Section 1: Guardiola’s Commitment and the Ongoing Investigation**
**Host:** Pep Guardiola recently committed to Manchester City until 2027, a powerful statement of faith in the club amidst the ongoing Premier League investigation. [**Guest 1 Name**], what do you make of this decision, especially given the potential ramifications of the charges against the club?
**[Guest 1 Response]**
**Host:** [**Guest 2 Name**], Guardiola has consistently expressed his loyalty to Manchester City throughout this ordeal. Do you believe this commitment reaffirms his confidence in the club’s future, regardless of the outcome of the investigation?
**[Guest 2 Response]**
**Section 2: Navigating Adversity: A Period of Uncharacteristic Struggle**
**Host:** City has recently experienced a rare string of losses, including an unprecedented four-game losing streak. This is uncharted territory for Guardiola. [**Guest 2 Name**], how significant is this downturn in form for a team accustomed to such dominance? What factors might be contributing to this dip?
**[Guest 2 Response]**
**Host:**
[**Guest 1 Name**], Guardiola emphasizes the historic achievements of the team, specifically the four consecutive league titles. Do you think this emphasis on past successes is a valid response to the current challenges, or does it risk overlooking the need to address immediate concerns?
**[Guest 1 Response]**
**Section 3: Looking Ahead: The Road to Recovery and Future Prospects**
**Host:** Manchester City faces an uphill battle to regain their footing. [**Guest 1 Name**], what key areas should Guardiola and the team focus on to turn their fortunes around?
**[Guest 1 Response]**
**Host:** [**Guest 2 Name**], the team seems visibly impacted by injuries. How critical is the return of key players like Stones, Ake, and Akanji to City’s chances of bouncing back?
**[Guest 2 Response]**
**Host:** Looking towards the future, with the uncertainty surrounding the investigation and the ongoing struggle for form, what are your predictions for Manchester City’s performance for the rest of the season?
**[Guest 1 Response]**
**[Guest 2 Response]**
**Host:** Thank you both for your insightful analysis and sharing your expertise with our viewers. This has been a fascinating discussion shedding light on the complexities facing Manchester City and Pep Guardiola. We appreciate your time.
