Guardiola declares Manchester City's season worst after Real Madrid defeat

After Manchester City's 6-3 aggregate defeat to Real Madrid in the Champions League, manager Pep Guardiola acknowledged the team's need for a rebuild, marking this as their worst season in his tenure. City finished 22nd in the group stage, which Guardiola stated highlighted their poor performance throughout the season, compounded by significant injuries to key players like Erling Haaland and John Stones. Despite the disappointment, Guardiola confirmed his intention to continue managing the team and emphasized the importance of building for the future. He recognized that the current squad is aging and that changes are necessary, having already begun a rebuild with substantial investments in new players. Guardiola praised Real Madrid as a superior team this year and accepted the reality of their defeat, reflecting on the successful past of City and the need to strive for improvement. As City looks to the future, they aim to secure a top-four finish in the Premier League and compete for the FA Cup.