With Manchester City now just two points behind Arsenal in the Premier League and qualified for the Champions League knockout stage after finishing top 8 in the first phase, Guardiola wants his players to enjoy life before returning to training. 'The best thing you can do these days to lift your spirits is to take many caipirinhas and daiquiris,' the manager said, referencing Johan Cruyff's philosophy of 'go out and enjoy' before the club's first European Cup final in 1992.
Guardiola's approach mirrors his mentor's mindset, as he urged players to 'enjoy life' before conducting three good training sessions ahead of their upcoming match against Leeds. The City boss believes this balance of relaxation and professional preparation is the key to maintaining their current form.