Pep Guardiola has finally given a clear answer about his future at Manchester City, and it's music to the ears of City fans everywhere. On the eve of today's FA Cup final against Chelsea, the Catalan manager made it crystal clear that he intends to honor his contract and remain at the Etihad Stadium for the upcoming season.

In a revealing interview with BBC Sport released just hours before kickoff at Wembley, Guardiola was asked directly whether he would be Manchester City's manager next season. His response was simple and unequivocal: "Yes."

This marks a shift from his more lighthearted comments yesterday, when he joked that today's final wouldn't be his last trip to Wembley as City boss. Now, with the stakes higher than ever and rumors swirling about his long-term plans, Guardiola has put the speculation to rest—at least for now.

The interview clip shows Guardiola's characteristic intensity, but also a hint of frustration at the constant questions about his future. After all, he's under contract for next season and has repeatedly stated his commitment. Yet, fans have been waiting for a definitive statement, and this feels like the closest we've gotten.

What does this mean for Manchester City? Stability. Continuity. And the chance to build on an already legendary era. With Guardiola at the helm, City can continue their pursuit of domestic dominance and European glory. The 2025-26 season promises to be another chapter in what's becoming one of football's greatest managerial dynasties.

While some may argue Guardiola doesn't need to make any declarations—after all, he's contracted and the status quo works just fine—this interview provides the clarity that fans and pundits alike have been craving. Unless something dramatic changes, it looks like Pep Guardiola will be leading Manchester City into the 2025-26 season.

For now, all eyes are on Wembley and today's FA Cup final. But for City supporters, the biggest victory might have come before a ball was even kicked.