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Ewan Ross-Murray

Man City 2025–26 Season Preview: Guardiola Rebuild to Usher in New Era

Manchester City are aiming to bounce back in 2025–26. | Caean Couto-Imagn Images

Having dominated English football over the past decade, last season proved a rare misstep for Manchester City.

Looking to defend their Premier League crown and win a seventh title under Pep Guardiola, they and their competitors alike were left flabbergasted by an extremely underwhelming campaign. Sure, the Cityzens still finished third in the table, but the nature of their sudden decline without midfield talisman Rodri was alarming.

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