Man City edge Chelsea at Wembley as focus turns to title run-in
Guardiola says ‘not even one beer’ after City’s 1-0 FA Cup win over Chelsea, with the title race live. Semenyo hails improvised backheel. Pep coy on future, parade planned with women’s team after Villa.
Report claims Josko Gvardiol has offered himself to Real Madrid amid uncertain renewal, with Bernardo Silva also proposed as a free option. Talks with his representatives are said to have taken place.
Bernardo Silva and John Stones reflect on the 1-0 FA Cup win over Chelsea. Bernardo savours a final-season trophy, Stones admits disappointment at not playing but praises the team’s fight at Wembley.
Rayan Cherki is tipped to return with Doku, Semenyo and Haaland up front. Rodri partners Bernardo Silva. Donnarumma replaces Trafford, with the back four unchanged and Ruben Dias likely on the bench.
Semenyo says Guardiola told him ‘don’t change your game’. After key cup goals and a £62.5m winter move, his fearless style and FA Cup final backheel underline his role in City’s double and title push.
Bournemouth’s 16-game unbeaten side are set to replace suspended Ryan Christie with Tyler Adams. Rayan chases a fourth straight PL goal. Alex Jimenez remains out as Adam Smith starts at right-back.
City’s FA Cup win and guaranteed top-two finish pass the Europa League spot down the league. PL set for five UCL places, sixth and seventh to UEL, eighth to the Conference League, pending Villa scenarios.
Report links Jose Mourinho with a push for Real Madrid to sign Man City midfielder Rodri as his first recruit.
Josko Gvardiol, back from a leg fracture, started in the 3-0 win over Crystal Palace and targets City’s run-in. He admits it was ‘really stressful’ watching on and says he ‘took it as a challenge’ in rehab.
City expect a fully-fit squad for Bournemouth. Rodri started and came through the FA Cup final after a groin issue. Omar Marmoush was a tactical withdrawal. No suspensions for Pep Guardiola’s side.
Guardiola lauds City’s 1-0 FA Cup win over Chelsea, Semenyo’s backheel and a resilient back four. Focus shifts to Bournemouth and Aston Villa as City chase the league to complete a trophy-laden season.
After City beat Chelsea 1-0 to win the FA Cup, Prince William told Guardiola ‘Another one, hey!’ as Pep collected his 20th City trophy. Players received medals in the Royal Box at Wembley.
Semenyo’s backheel from Haaland’s cutback wins the FA Cup final 1-0 at Wembley as City complete a domestic cup double. Rodri returns, Doku lively, Chelsea denied despite pressure. Haaland offside earlier.
Bernardo Silva says Luka Modric is his toughest opponent, despite City often edging their meetings. The City captain reflects as he nears the end of his spell at the Etihad.
After the FA Cup win, Guardiola avoids future talk as City face Bournemouth on Tuesday then host Aston Villa on the final day in a tight title race.
Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso on a four-year deal from 1 July 2026, a day after their 1-0 FA Cup final loss to Man City thanks to Antoine Semenyo’s winner.
Marc Guehi calls Guardiola ‘a legend’ and says ‘everyone would love him to stay’ after City’s FA Cup win, adding he has learnt a lot since joining from Crystal Palace. He wishes Pep well whatever he decides.
Report claims Bernardo Silva may reconsider leaving as Guardiola could stay and wants him to extend. Barcelona move unclear, Juventus interested. Decision expected before the World Cup.
Rodri warns leaders Arsenal that closing out the title is hard and says City will ‘be there pushing until the end’, ready to pounce if points are dropped against Burnley or Crystal Palace.
