Pep Guardiola is cautious about the impact of the Club World Cup on Manchester City's performance in the 2025-26 season, particularly following a grueling previous season. The timing of the tournament, combined with the environmental challenges in the US, raises concerns about player exhaustion. Guardiola emphasized the need for recovery and competitive spirit within the squad. He aims for City to return to their competitive form, having experienced a disappointing 2024-25 season, and acknowledges uncertainties about their adaptability post-competition.
I try to relax, enjoy the days here and the good vibes that we have, the competition, and we try to win it.
I want them to feel that this is our path again to be competitive, like we have been in eight of the last nine years.
Maybe in November, December or January it will be a disaster. We are exhausted, and the World Cup has destroyed us.
It’s the first time in our lives that this has happened. We will see when we come back.
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