Pep Guardiola predicts four teams that are contenders for the Champions League title

Manchester City is enduring a difficult season across all competitions, having already been eliminated from both the Champions League and the Carabao Cup. While they are still mathematically in contention for the Premier League title, their chances remain slim. Unless they secure the FA Cup, they could finish the season without a major trophy, an outcome uncharacteristic of Pep Guardiola’s tenure. The Cityzens were knocked out of the Champions League midweek, as Real Madrid proved too strong to handle. While Guardiola believes that Real Madrid could go on to defend their title, he also acknowledged that other teams have the potential to lift the trophy. He said:

But there are other good teams around. It will be an interesting Champions League season. Madrid are always favourites for this trophy. There are other teams who are having a very good season but Madrid are always favourites.

Speaking about other potential winners, Pep mentioned that arch-rivals Liverpool are having a strong season and could contend for the title. He also highlighted teams like Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, acknowledging the progress in the tournament and their potential to win the elite competition. Reminiscing on his friendship with Luis Enrique, he said:

But there are other teams that are playing very well. Liverpool are having a really good season up until now, Barcelona are amazing, Paris Saint-Germain, with my friend Luis [Enrique] in charge, are on the march. But obviously, Madrid are favourites

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Manchester City will aim to keep their Champions League hopes alive for next season with a crucial win over Liverpool in the upcoming weekend. The Cityzens will face the Merseysiders on Sunday, who dropped points against Aston Villa in their midweek Premier League fixture. A victory for Manchester City would not only strengthen their chances of securing a third-place finish but also leave Liverpool just five points behind Arsenal, having played an extra game. Manchester City are currently fourth on the points table with AFC Bournemouth chasing with a point difference..