Pep Guardiola has long been a thorn in the side of Real Madrid fans. Whether as a Barcelona legend or a master tactician on the sidelines, he has consistently caused frustration for Los Blancos. However, his latest visit to the Santiago Bernabeu turned into one of his worst nights ever.
Ahead of the Champions League showdown, Guardiola attempted to downplay his team’s chances, claiming Manchester City had just a 1% chance of progressing. But Real Madrid supporters were far from convinced. With 26 encounters against the Spanish giants under his belt—and victories in half of them—his record spoke for itself.
Bernabeu Delivers a Harsh Reality Check
This time, however, Guardiola’s words rang truer than expected. Manchester City endured a humiliating night in Madrid, suffering a crushing defeat against a dominant Real Madrid side. Missing key players like Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne, City struggled to keep up with the relentless pace of the hosts.
The Bernabeu erupted with energy, and the home crowd reveled in Guardiola’s struggles. As the match wore on, Madrid fans seized the moment to mock him mercilessly. Echoing throughout the stadium, they chanted: “Guardiola, stay! Guardiola, stay!”—a sarcastic jab at the heavy defeat he had just suffered.
Despite the hostile atmosphere, Guardiola remained composed, likely more focused on his team’s shortcomings than the relentless taunts. But one thing is certain—this is a night he won’t forget anytime soon.
