Pep Guardiola says Manchester City feel more relaxed this season, contrasting it with last year’s pressure and Champions League tension

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said his side are currently operating with greater calm and confidence, contrasting the mood within the squad to the previous season’s intense pressure.

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Guardiola made the remarks while responding to questions about whether he feels nervous during the current campaign, offering a striking reflection on how the team’s mentality has shifted.

He explained that last season carried significant pressure, suggesting it affected performance levels and consistency across competitions.

“Absolutely opposite. Nervous last season. Pressure last season… I could bring the team not in the UCL,” Guardiola said.

The Manchester City boss added that the current atmosphere within the squad is noticeably more relaxed, even ahead of key fixtures such as matches against Arsenal.

“Now we’re more relaxed than ever, even before beating Arsenal,” he said.

The comments come at a crucial stage of the season, with City continuing to compete at the top end of domestic and European football.

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Guardiola’s assessment has drawn attention among fans and pundits, with many interpreting it as a sign of renewed confidence within the squad as they push through another demanding campaign.