Guardiola says he still has ‘incredible energy’ amid Manchester City treble push

Pep Guardiola insists he remains energised and calm despite mounting pressure at Manchester City
City are chasing a domestic treble and preparing for a crucial Everton clash
Guardiola praises club environment and support, calling it key to his decade-long tenure

Pep Guardiola said he still has “incredible energy” for his role at Manchester City and feels calmer this season despite the pressures of competing for a domestic treble.

The City boss, who has been in charge for nearly a decade, addressed ongoing speculation about his future by highlighting the environment at the club as a major factor in his longevity.

“I still have incredible energy,” Guardiola said. “I’m so good coming here to work, even on my days off. I wouldn’t be here 10 years, even with good titles, without this incredible environment.”

City remain in contention for multiple trophies, having already secured the Carabao Cup and reached another FA Cup final, while continuing to challenge for the Premier League title.

Guardiola credited the club’s structure and off-field support for allowing both players and staff to focus purely on performance.

“The club is really extraordinary,” he said. “The people take care of everything in the small details. It allows us to just focus on what we have to do. It’s like a bubble that makes people feel good. It’s a big club, but it feels like a family.”

He also pointed to former players such as Aymeric Laporte and Ilkay Gündogan, who have spoken positively about their time at City, as evidence of the club’s culture.

Despite the ongoing treble push, Guardiola admitted he is handling pressure better than in previous campaigns.

“This season I am more calm,” he said. “Last season I was constantly thinking about what would happen if we didn’t qualify for the Champions League. I felt that pressure a lot more.”

City now turn their attention to a key Premier League fixture against Everton, knowing a win is essential to maintain pressure on title rivals Arsenal.

While disappointment remains over their Champions League exit, Guardiola believes the experience will serve as motivation moving forward.

“It will be good learning for next season,” he said. “We are still fighting in important competitions, and that is what matters.”

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