Walker on Guardiola's 'mental' methods
Kyle Walker has opened up about how Pep Guardiola completely transformed his game at City. The former captain says Guardiola's training methods were 'mental' and unlike anything he'd experienced before, revolutionising how he understood his role on the pitch (2). For fans who watched Walker become one of the world's best right-backs under Pep, this is a rare glimpse into what made that partnership so special.
Bernardo's heart still with Benfica
Bernardo Silva has admitted his dream was always to play for Portugal and Benfica. "I went to university to make my parents happy. My dream was always to play for Portugal and for Benfica," he said (1). It is a candid reminder that despite seven trophy-laden years at City, Bernardo's footballing heart has always been elsewhere. Not a goodbye, but definitely worth noting.
Fan reactions
The subreddit is in a nostalgic mood. One fan posted a tribute to the goal that sealed the four-peat, calling it 'our golden boy's moment.' Meanwhile, City have unveiled mosaics for both Bernardo Silva and John Stones, sparking plenty of appreciation. And Nico O'Reilly picking up Young Player of the Season has the fanbase feeling bullish about the academy pipeline. Join the discussion
