Guardiola Hopes Manchester City Will Perform Better Ahead of FA Cup Final vs Chelsea

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has stressed that the team must play with intense focus and energy to defeat Chelsea in the FA Cup Final, calling it a must‑win match at Wembley for both the fans and the club’s reputation.

Despite a hectic schedule and limited training time, City aims to build on recent FA Cup performances and secure silverware.

“There’s excitement, of course. I hope we can do better than the last two times.”

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“It’s new players and it’s forgotten. A new game against Chelsea. We are in the final and we have to try to win the trophy.”

City have been flawless in the FA Cup, winning 21 of their last 23 matches. Guardiola will take his side to Wembley for a record 24th appearance, a milestone he joked should be rewarded.

“I am disappointed they have not made a stand for Pep. Not a lounge or a box. Maybe I have to go 24 more times.”

“It is still a special place. I have been many times here. We win, lose, win. It is really good, top. Everything. It is so nice. The pitch is extraordinary hopefully it will be a nice day. Nothing wrong happens with the fans. Hopefully we perform well. They play very well.”