Fans lined Manchester streets for an open‑top bus parade as Manchester City celebrated a domestic cup double and bid farewell to Pep Guardiola. The event drew around 19,000 supporters to the Etihad, where the club’s final match ended in a 2‑1 loss to Aston Villa after a season of success.

The night featured a surprise video from basketball icon Michael Jordan, who thanked Guardiola for an “unbelievable career” and urged him to enjoy retirement. Former City captain Vincent Kompany, Jack Grealish, and golfer Tommy Fleetwood also joined the tribute, echoing praise across the arena on the stage for fans today.

Guardiola closed the night speaking with Noel Gallagher, expressing gratitude to chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak and fans who joined from the first minute. He thanked teammates Bernardo Silva and John Stones, who will depart the club this summer, and reflected on the 20 trophies earned under his tenure in England.

The parade underscored Manchester City’s shift as the club enters a new era. With Guardiola’s departure, questions arise over future tactics and squad cohesion. The club’s recent cup double and the loss to Villa signal a transition, while the 2026‑27 campaign will test the team’s resilience for the season ahead.