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Guardiola Expected Back in Stands for City's Champions League Return
The former manager is set to watch from the Etihad as Manchester City host Paris Saint-Germain in their first home fixture since the Premier League ruling on financial breaches.
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Manchester City will host Paris Saint-Germain at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday with Pep Guardiola expected to be present for the first time since stepping down as manager at the end of last season. The appearance marks his initial return to the home stands following the independent commission's findings against the club in its financial rules case.
Support After the Verdict
Guardiola, now 55, has voiced continued backing for the club, its ownership and staff amid the ongoing process. City have maintained they did nothing wrong and have lodged a formal appeal against the ruling, with senior figures at the club stating they expect to be cleared on that review.
Context of His Tenure
The breaches cited in the case covered the period from 2009 to 2018. Guardiola took charge in 2016 and collected 20 trophies across his decade in charge before departing. City play at Liverpool on Sunday before hosting the European champions three days later.
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