While Ten Hag praised him, Pep Guardiola's unexpected message to United coach

Manchester City and Manchester United meet in an FA Cup final that promises to be a thrilling affair. The teams have a great opportunity to win the cup and get their second title this season. For this reason, a high-tension encounter is expected where both coaches are already analyzing their respective opponents.

Manchester United's coach, Erik Ten Hag, was blunt about what he expected from the final, but believes his team is capable of giving the blow on the table and win the tournament. In that sense, the English team has been extremely focused on this season's objective.

On the other hand, Manchester City has a complex commitment against its eternal rival, and has no margin for error. Pep Guardiola's team arrives as favorites, but with the pressure of another UEFA Champions League final in a few days. For this reason, the teams hope to settle in the best possible way.

As for Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola, he has been very clear about what he is looking for in his club and believes that to remain relevant they must fight for every title every season, something they have definitely done. However, he also sends an unexpected message to coach Erik ten Hag ahead of next season.

What did Pep Guardiola say about Erik ten Hag?

Unexpectedly, Pep Guardiola praised the Dutch coach and the work he has done in recent years, both with Ajax and now with Manchester United. “He represents our profession in a great way, we are not so close, but Manchester United has a great coach for many years.”