Bournemouth away, two points behind
This is it. Two games left, two points behind Arsenal. You go to Bournemouth on Tuesday night knowing nothing less than a win keeps the title race alive. City's fate is no longer in your own hands — you need Burnley to do you a favour against Arsenal too. (1) (4) (6)
FA Cup secured, focus shifts
City lifted the FA Cup with a 1–0 win over Chelsea at Wembley. A domestic cup double is in the bag. But the celebrations are over — the Premier League title is the one everyone wants, and Tuesday's trip to the south coast is everything. (2)
Guardiola's schedule frustration
Pep didn't hold back on the fixture disparity: "We have had three days and they have had ten." He's right. Arsenal got a full week and a half of rest while your squad is running on fumes. The title race has been tilted by the calendar. (6)
Pep banking on Burnley
Guardiola has publicly backed Burnley to "try their best" against Arsenal. They're already relegated, but Pep is hoping for one last push from Vincent Kompany's side. He also admitted he's not sure he'll watch the game — too painful either way. (3)
Real Madrid circling a City star
Reports out of Spain claim a City superstar has been offered to Real Madrid. No names confirmed yet, but the timing is classic — a destabilising rumour right when focus should be absolute. (5)
Shearer hopes Pep stays
Alan Shearer has added his voice to the chorus hoping Guardiola doesn't walk away. The speculation isn't going anywhere, but for now the only thing that matters is Bournemouth. Everything else can wait. (4)
Fan reactions
The mood is nervous but focused. Fans are tracking the Gvardiol-to-Bayern rumour with concern — €90m was the outlay and nobody wants to see him leave. On a brighter note, there's quiet confidence Marmoush will be at the Etihad next season. And plenty of eyes are on Kyle Walker to deliver in these final two games. Read more on r/MCFC