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MNN Global · March 8, 2026 · 1 min read

Pep Guardiola faces two-game touchline ban after sixth booking

What happened: Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola received his sixth booking of the season during the FA Cup win at Newcastle, which could lead to a two-game touchline ban.

Why it matters:

  • Guardiola may miss important matches, affecting team leadership on the sidelines.
  • Manchester City fans and players could be impacted by his absence during games.

MNN Take: Accumulating six bookings in a season triggers a suspension for managers, meaning Guardiola could be barred from the touchline for two matches.

Sources: BBC Sport