Pep Guardiola confiscated 60 bottles of champagne from Manchester City stars after Real Madrid win: Reports
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola kept his team's celebrations in check following their triumphant victory over Real Madrid. After securing their spot in the Champions League final, Guardiola intercepted a staggering 60 bottles of champagne.
The former Barcelona boss, renowned for his meticulous approach, ensured that his treble-chasing squad kept their eyes firmly fixed on the impending challenges. Reports from Daily Mail (via Daily Star) suggest that the champagne was inadvertently placed in the dressing room by hospitality staff. However, Guardiola wasted no time in ensuring its prompt removal.
He clearly intends to maintain a laser focus until the first title was secured among the three potential accolades that lay ahead – the Champions League and FA Cup finals.
With the benefit of hindsight, it seems that Manchester City's players could have indulged in midweek festivities, as they were subsequently crowned Premier League champions. Arsenal's defeat to Nottingham Forest in a 1-0 showdown propelled Guardiola and his team beyond their competitors, as they clinched their fifth Premier League title in six seasons.
The three-peat champions finally had the opportunity to pop the bottles on Saturday, a joyous occasion captured in footage that showcased Guardiola and his players reveling in triumph.
Manchester City still have a historic treble to aim for with Pep Guardiola
They may have won the Premier League, but their season is far from over. Manchester City still have matches against the Blues, Brighton, and Brentford to navigate. This is in addition to an FA Cup final showdown against their rivals, Manchester United.
The pinnacle of their season awaits in the form of a European decider against Inter Milan. They stand on the precipice of fulfilling the club's long-awaited dream of claiming their maiden Champions League trophy. While they finished as runners-up to Chelsea in the competition two years ago, Manchester City have now impressively reached at least the semifinals for three consecutive seasons.
The prospect of a historic treble beckons, and if the club manages to secure this extraordinary feat, one can only imagine the euphoria that will reverberate throughout. The fizz of champagne is sure to flow in abundance, celebrating a truly remarkable accomplishment.
The manager's steadfast guidance and the unwavering commitment of his players have positioned Manchester City on the cusp of etching their name in footballing history. The road may have been arduous, but now, they stand poised to seize the ultimate glory that has eluded them thus far.