Pep Guardiola Prioritizes Fulham Clash as Manchester City's Season Hinges on Champions League Qualification
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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola emphasized the importance of their final Premier League match against Fulham, describing it as the biggest game of their season. The outcome of this game will determine whether City secures a spot in the Champions League next season. Guardiola stressed the need to focus solely on this match, despite the simultaneous conclusion of other teams' seasons, and acknowledged the return of key player Rodri from injury, though he is not yet ready to start.
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Guardiola highlighted the critical nature of the match against Fulham, stating it is the biggest game of Manchester City's season.
Manchester City needs at least a point from their final game to secure a top-five finish and qualify for the Champions League.
Rodri returned to play after an eight-month injury layoff but is not yet ready to start the final game.
John Stones is unavailable due to injury, and Mateo Kovacic is suspended for the match against Fulham.
Phil Foden was omitted from England's squad due to an ankle injury, with Guardiola supporting his need for rest.
