Man City boss Pep Guardiola didn’t read the dress code for the FWA awards night. Guardiola was honoured for leading Manchester City to a stunning Premier League title win last season, in which they claimed a record 100 points.
City also scored more than a century of goals as they romped home. The Spaniard is well-known for his sartorial elegance on the touchline, with Guardiola among the best-dressed managers in England.
But he obviously didn’t get the memo for the FWA awards last night.
“Everyone is so elegant with a suit and tie and I came here with… I am a little bit embarrassed, I’m a disaster” Man City manager Pep Guardiola
The ceremony in Manchester had a ‘lounge suit’ dress code –but Guardiola rocked wearing a casualIcon print jumper.
The 47-year-old made light of his outfit for the evening.
Pointing to his outfit during his speech, Guardiola said: “Everyone is so elegant with a suit and tie and I came here with…
“I am a little bit embarrassed, I’m a disaster.
Man City man Guardiola opted for a casual look
“I didn’t expect how important this event was.”
The Manchester City manager, fresh from a 6-1 victory over Southampton, was awarded for his side’s Premier League title last season.
Speaking at the ceremony in Manchester, he said: “I’m fortunate to be here in your country, in England.
“It’s incredible, it was a dream from a little boy for a young manager to come here to your country and be a manager here.
Man City romped to the Premier League title last season
“It’s a dream come true.”
City won 32 of their 38 games last season, scoring a record 106 goals and amassing a record 100 points.
Guardiola said: “I want to share, of course, this award with the whole Manchester City family because I know it’s a real family.
“I know people say we have a lot of money, that’s true, but despite of that it’s incredible the people I’m working with and I’m a lucky guy to be here.
“Thank you so much to make me feel at home in your country here and in Manchester.” Well your welcome Pep but next time read the invitation card thoroughly