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Pep Guardiola reveals personal connection to Wembley ahead of Manchester City's FA Cup semi-final: 'It has been so important in my life'

Daily Mail | April 22, 2017

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Pep Guardiola is preparing to make a special return to Wembley as Manchester City face Arsenal in the FA Cup semi-finals on Sunday.

The City boss has happy memories of the national stadium as both a player and a manager with Barcelona.

The Spaniard was a member of the Barca side which won the Champions League at the ground in 1992 and he tasted glory again when in charge of the Lionel Messi-inspired winners of 2011.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has spoken about his special attachment to Wembley
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has spoken about his special attachment to Wembley
Guardiola won the European Cup as a player with Barcelona at the London venue in 1992
Guardiola won the European Cup as a player with Barcelona at the London venue in 1992

Guardiola said: 'Wembley in my life has been so important in terms of football.

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