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Guardiola bans beer as City eyes title after FA Cup win

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Pep Guardiola ruled out any hard post‑match revelry after Manchester City lifted the FA Cup with a 1‑0 win over Chelsea at Wembley. Antoine Semenyo’s back‑heel settled the final, leaving City’s squad with a single trophy but no time for a party. Guardiola warned, “Not even one beer,” as the club turned its attention to Tuesday’s Premier League clash with Bournemouth.

City sit two points behind Arsenal with two games remaining, meaning a victory at the Vitality Stadium is essential to keep the title race alive. A win coupled with Arsenal’s result at Burnley will dictate whether the championship is decided on the final weekend. Meanwhile, City host Aston Villa on Sunday, giving them a chance to close the gap before the Bournemouth test.

Guardiola promised a joint celebration after the league fixtures, with a parade involving both the men’s and women’s squads following the Villa match. Former defender Nedum Onuoha hailed captain Bernardo Silva as Guardiola’s most trusted player, suggesting his influence will be pivotal in the final push. City will head straight back to Manchester, eyes fixed on the title.