The Spanish manager successfully led City to their first-ever Champions League victory last season, along with securing the Premier League and the FA Cup. Despite these accomplishments, Guardiola acknowledges the formidable challenges of replicating such success in the upcoming 2023/24 season. When questioned by former player Gael Clichy about his strategy for the current season and whether he instructed his players to target another treble, Guardiola dismissed the idea, stating, “No, no, I think that is a mistake. The Treble? Forget about it. If we win the Treble again I retire, that’s it.”
Eniola Aluko playfully reminded Guardiola that his statement was on television, to which he responded, “It’s extremely difficult. How many incredible teams have there been in England? Just once with Sir Alex [Ferguson] and ourselves last season [have won the Treble]. When we spoke [to the players], it [the message] was prepare well, time for first game.”
“We will see, our level. The competition itself dictates how your level is. The challenge is higher. September, October, November, thinking about the titles? Forget about it, it’s a big mistake.”
Despite City’s recent struggles in the Premier League, where they’ve drawn their last three matches, slipping to third place in the standings, Guardiola remains optimistic about their chances. He believes City will secure a fourth consecutive Premier League title in May, despite defensive lapses in recent games. City is set to face Aston Villa at Villa Park on Wednesday evening, aiming to bounce back to winning ways after their recent downturn in form.
Manchester City performance and stats
Manchester City is currently 4th in the Premier League with 30 points.
In the last 15 games, it has won 9 times, drawn 3 times, and lost 3 times. In its last match, Manchester City lost 1-0 against Aston Villa.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 36 goals and conceding 17.
Manchester City will play the next match in Premier League against Luton Town on Sunday 10th of December in Luton. The prediction is Manchester City winning the match.