Manchester City Complete Historic Domestic Double as Pep Guardiola Makes More History

Manchester City delivered another unforgettable season by completing a stunning domestic double in 2025/26, lifting the FA Cup after an incredible campaign that further cemented their place among football’s modern dynasties. Pep Guardiola’s side defeated Chelsea in the FA Cup final to secure the club’s eighth FA Cup title and cap off yet another dominant season in English football.

What makes this achievement even more remarkable is the historic record City set along the way. Manchester City became the first team in history to win every single match across both the FA Cup and the Carabao Cup in a single season. Guardiola’s men finished with a perfect 6/6 record in the FA Cup and another flawless 6/6 in the League Cup, showcasing complete domination in domestic cup competitions.

The achievement underlines the incredible winning mentality built by Pep Guardiola since arriving at the Etihad Stadium. The Spanish manager continues to rewrite English football history with an astonishing collection of trophies. Guardiola has now won six Premier League titles, three FA Cups, five Carabao Cups, one UEFA Champions League trophy, one UEFA Super Cup, and one FIFA Club World Cup during his time at Manchester City.

City’s success this season was driven by squad depth, tactical brilliance, and the impact of key players stepping up in crucial moments. The FA Cup final itself showcased the quality and intensity expected from two elite English clubs. Chelsea pushed hard throughout the match, but Manchester City once again showed why they remain one of the most feared teams in world football.

One of the biggest talking points after the final was the performance of January signing Marc Guéhi. The defender delivered a commanding display and finished as the highest-rated player in the final with a rating of 7.59. His calmness under pressure, defensive awareness, and leadership proved vital on the biggest stage.

Just behind him was Jérémy Doku with a 7.54 rating. The explosive winger caused constant problems for Chelsea’s defense with his pace, dribbling, and creativity. Doku has become one of Manchester City’s most dangerous attacking weapons, especially in high-pressure matches.

Third on the ratings list was Antoine Semenyo, who earned a 7.48 rating after another energetic and impactful performance. The January arrivals have quickly become difference-makers, proving that Manchester City’s recruitment strategy continues to operate at the highest level.

The phrase “Signed in January… now deciding finals” perfectly summarizes the impact these players have made in such a short period. Their contributions added fresh energy to an already world-class squad and helped City maintain their dominance across multiple competitions.

As another trophy joins the cabinet at the Etihad, Manchester City’s era under Pep Guardiola continues to grow stronger. With records broken, silverware secured, and new stars emerging, the 2025/26 season will be remembered as yet another historic chapter in the club’s golden era.