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Manchester City Head coach Pep Guardiola to miss upto 2 games after back surgery.

22 August, 2023
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Manchester City Manager Pep Guardiola is set to miss his team's next two Premier League matches after undergoing back surgery.



Guardiola, 52, had been suffering with what City said was "severe" back pain and travelled to Barcelona for an "emergency" but "minor" operation.


City go to Sheffield United on Sunday and host Fulham on 2 September at Etihad Stadium.

Guardiola is expected to return to duty after the international break. Assistant manager Juanma Lillo will take over first-team training and lead from the touchline during matches in Guardiola's absence.


Guardiola guided the club to the Premier League, FA Cup and their first Champions League title last season.

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