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Manchester City will bid farewell to head coach Pep Guardiola, John Stones and Bernardo Silva against Aston Villa
Bernardo Silva, Pep Guardiola, John Stones
Bernardo Silva, Pep Guardiola, John Stones(Image: Getty Images)
Everything you need to know about City tribute plans
Major tribute: Manchester City have confirmed their plans to celebrate the careers of Pep Guardiola, John Stones and Bernardo Silva as the trio depart the Etihad Stadium.
Presentation: After the game against Villa, the trio will be the subject of a post-match presentation. Fans are encouraged to stay in their seats for the farewell.
Guard of honour: Stones and Bernardo will make their way onto the pitch individually with City players forming a guard of honour.
Interview: The duo will then be interviewed on pitch. Fans will be able to hear what they have to say over the tannoy.
Time for Guardiola: After this, Stones and Bernardo will join the guard of honour to welcome Guardiola onto the pitch.
Another interview: Like his departing players, Guardiola will be interviewed pitchside for the fans to hear.
Speech: After that, Guardiola will conduct a speech he has prepared for the City fans.
Lap of honour: Once that speech is concluded, the entirety of the squad will conduct a lap of honour. This will be a chance for the players to thank the fans having won both the Carabao and FA Cups this season.
Programme: Supporters can pick up a special edition programme at the stadium. This will honour Guardiola and reflect on his decade at the club.
Stones and Bernardo book: Fans can also pick up a Stones and Bernardo 'bookazine' outside the Etihad Stadium. It is priced at £10.