The title champions of the Premier League, which have dominated English football in recent years, have experienced a difficult campaign, failing to maintain their title ambition and being eliminated from the Champions League before the knockout stages. Their form has decreased sharply compared to previous years, which raises questions about the future of the team, especially since key players like Kevin de Bruyne seem to be going to the exit.
Despite its difficulties, Manchester City should benefit from a substantial financial windfall thanks to its participation in the FIFA 2025 club World Cup, which will be held in the United States. The new format extended to 32 teams promises lucrative awards for participating clubs, European teams having to carve out the lion's share.
Guardiola City has lived a nightmare season
Winner of the Champions League in 2023, City automatically qualified for the tournament, joining other European heavy goods vehicles such as Chelsea, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich. According to FIFA, City will receive at least 20 million pounds sterling just for its participation, while the future tournament winner will pocket around 97 million pounds Sterling, a record sum in Interclub football.
Asked about the possibility that this important financial incentive could serve as bonuses for players and the technical staff, Guardiola categorically rejected this idea. “”
We don't deserve a bonus this season “He told journalists. “” If we win, I don't know how much. It's for the club, but the coach, the staff, the players, we do not deserve a bonus. Not even a watch.
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City's journey in the Club World Cup will start on June 18 in Philadelphia, where they will face Morocco champion, Wydad Casablanca, for their first match. They were also drawn in a group including Al Ain and Juventus, Giant of Serie A.
