BOMBSHELL: Fed up with Pep Guardiola

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The media storm around Pep Guardiola has intensified following Manchester City's resounding stumble against Bayer Leverkusen (0-2). In his 100th Champions League match with the Citizens, the Catalan coach opted for a lineup full of substitutes that sparked a wave of criticism. Neither the titles achieved nor the impression he has left at the Etihad served as a shield this time: the present dictates, and the present does not favor him. The English press is already talking about wear and tear, improper decisions from a coach of his stature, and an environment that is beginning to question if his time is nearing its end.

The risky gamble that triggered the storm

The almost complete rotation of the starting eleven surprised even the most loyal supporters. Guardiola left his main figures on the bench on a European night that demanded more hierarchy. His idea of conserving efforts in the midst of a demanding Premier League schedule seemed reasonable on paper, but the course of the match revealed a different reality. City was overcome from the start, lacking rhythm, depth, and the spark that usually characterizes it. Leverkusen struck early, and against a blurred team, they ultimately secured a comfortable victory that left a concerning echo in Manchester.

The coach himself admitted that the plan did not work. The acknowledgment of mistakes did not appease tensions: for many analysts, the issue is not only the result but the perception that City fell victim to its tactical arrogance. This interpretation was unanimous in the harshest headlines, where it was underscored that the change of direction had been an unnecessary and counterproductive gesture.

The British press shoots without nuance

The main British media did not hesitate to point directly at Pep Guardiola. Terms that had rarely been associated with his figure during his time at Manchester City were used. From accusations of underestimating the opponent to questioning his ability to keep the team's ambition burning, the discourse was strong. Some tabloids even claimed that the Catalan coach had crossed a dangerous line between tactical disappointment and sporting humiliation.

Beyond the headlines, there is a growing sense that the relationship between the coach and the press has deteriorated. The honeymoon is over, and now every stumble weighs twice as much. The demand is maximum, and in an environment as competitive as the Premier League, the margin of error is minimized.

An increasingly thinkable farewell?

The defeat is not just a negative chapter in a long season. For many, it signals a wear and tear that is becoming structural. The club is concerned that the coach's loss of authority might spread to the squad. Meanwhile, various sectors around City are beginning to speculate about a possible end to the cycle.

The drop in collective performance, the tense atmosphere, and external pressure sketch an unprecedented scenario for the Catalan. The team needs an immediate response to prevent the crisis from spreading. If it does not come soon, the option of a farewell at the end of the season—or even earlier—no longer sounds far-fetched.

The future of City is now linked to the ability of its coach to turn things around. And, for the first time since landing in England, Pep Guardiola finds himself at the heart of all doubts.

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