Pep Guardiola is confident that Manchester City could return to the FA Cup final and win the Champions League next season.
City dominated Wembley against Crystal Palace but failed to change a goal with Iberic’s strike in the first half.
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– Manchester City (@mancity) May 18,
Guardiola’s side will end the season without a trophy for the first time since their first game at the 2016-17 season, although they still have a lot of things to play.
The win at the weekend for the Champions League friendly Chelsea and Aston Villa Ben Bench’s to sixth, levels on points with the Not in Nottgam Forest, who also succeeded.
Bournemouth is very important
City’s game will come tomorrow night when Bournemouth visits Etihad. A win takes them up to third and in a polar pose to get one of the five main posts.
Guardiola was optimistic that his players would step up.
“If we’re not in the Champions League, it’s because we don’t deserve it. And we’re playing for the Europa League.
“I’m thinking that we will win. I think I’m thinking about it. And if I think about it, I’ll think about it. And I think we need two or four points to be worthy. That’s my goal.
Asked whether he was confident, he said, “By mercy.
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Guardiola – Di Bruyne
Kevin de Bruyne’s last game will be the Etihad before it leaves at the end of the season.
The Belgian played Wembley, which is unlikely to start against the cherry in normal circumstances.
But Guardiola gave something little when he asked about the 33-year-old.
“We want to win the game so that we can qualify for the Champions League next season – this is what Kevin wants, that’s not done.
“I will decide what the best thing is for us to win our game against Bournemouth. That’s sure,” he said.
– Kevin what he deserves is, what he deserves is the best moment and the best praise for his incredible path.
“What he has done with several other incredible legends at the club, in 10 to 15 years, it is impossible for Sheikh Mansour’s seizure and management to reach another level.
Guardiola says he hasn’t had yet to watch the FA Cup final but insists his club has played well.
“We’ve really played well. It’s not enough to win and we have two finals. We need four points to be in the Champions League.
After Bournemouth, City will go to Fulham on Sunday.