Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, believes that there is now a heightened desire for the club to fail "more than ever" following their recent success. This comes after the team secured their fifth trophy of an exceptional year by winning the Club World Cup with a 4-0 victory over Brazilian side Fluminese in Saudi Arabia. This latest triumph adds to their already impressive collection of the Champions League, Premier League, FA Cup, and European Super Cup titles in 2023.

Guardiola reflected on the nature of the industry, stating, "It is a business, you get credit when you win. You don’t win you are nothing, zero, what you have done in the past." He emphasized the increased pressure that comes with success, drawing from his experience at Barcelona when the club won six trophies in 2009.

The manager acknowledged the shift in perception, noting, "As much as you win, they want you to fail. More than ever. I felt that when we won the sextuple in Barcelona." Guardiola highlighted the tendency for people to focus solely on the outcome of matches rather than the quality of play, expressing that winning is what ultimately garners recognition.

Despite the recent Club World Cup victory and the positive team spirit it fostered, Guardiola acknowledged the challenges faced by the team in the Premier League, where they have experienced a dip in form. He recognized the scrutiny that comes with underperformance, stating, "In the moment you don’t win you are going to get doubts, absolutely everything." Guardiola emphasized the need to accept setbacks and move forward, while also acknowledging the persistent pressure for the team to stumble.

Looking ahead, Guardiola emphasized the importance of maintaining focus on their upcoming match against Everton, indicating that his attention is firmly fixed on the next competition. However, the team faces uncertainties regarding the fitness of several key players, including Rodri, Erling Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne, and Jeremy Doku.

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