Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has sent fans into a frenzy after unveiling a striking new appearance during his summer break. The Spaniard, renowned for his sharp tactical mind and clean style, has traded his trademark beard for a sleek moustache — a change that has drawn playful comparisons to TV character Ted Lasso.
The 54-year-old was spotted sporting his bold new look during a visit to the Monarka Clinic in Barcelona, a facility specialising in regenerative treatments and high-performance recovery.
Guardiola, who recently became an investor in the clinic, reportedly stopped by to check in on his investment and receive treatment for a chronic back issue that had troubled him over the past year.
Pep Guardiola's fresh new look is a breath of fresh air! 👴🏼😁 pic.twitter.com/EEACCDOw0f
— Gracias leo zeus (@Beecroft_) July 27, 2025
Fans React to Guardiola’s New Look
The football world didn’t take long to respond. Social media platforms lit up with reactions from fans, many of whom joked that the new moustache signaled a turning point after Manchester City’s underwhelming 2024-25 campaign.
“Premier League should be trembling now,” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter).
“You can’t not win the league with that tash,” another chimed in.
Others took the opportunity to reference Guardiola’s previous cameo in Ted Lasso, suggesting the manager may be channeling the fictional coach’s optimism and charm.
Photos of Guardiola’s New Look
Guardiola’s transformation has sparked amusement and intrigue in equal measure. While it’s unclear whether the moustache is a permanent feature or a summer whim, it has already earned the nickname “the Lasso Look” among supporters.
Some fans even revisited a 2021 moment when Guardiola complimented a reporter on his moustache during a press conference, calling him “attractive and sexy.”
Now, with his own upper-lip style stealing the spotlight, it appears Guardiola is taking his admiration to the next level.
Pep Guardiola now has a moustache. 🥸 pic.twitter.com/VnkRdvfXCt
— City Xtra (@City_Xtra) July 27, 2025
2025-26 Premier League Season
Guardiola’s refreshed look isn’t the only thing new at Manchester City. According to Mail Sport, the squad, including star striker Erling Haaland, is due to report for pre-season training on Monday, July 29.
After a summer break following their exhausting campaign that ended with a 4-3 loss to Al-Hilal in the FIFA Club World Cup, the team will have limited time to prepare for the new season.
City’s pre-season schedule is minimal, with just one confirmed friendly match against Serie A side Palermo on August 9. The Premier League title defense begins a week later, on August 16, with a trip to face Wolves at Molineux.
🇪🇸🪄 Pep Guardiola on the beach with his Manchester City players. 😎🌊 pic.twitter.com/buvGE7C8mT
— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) June 24, 2025
Can the ‘New Pep’ Inspire a Comeback?
Following a campaign that many considered below expectations, Guardiola’s symbolic shedding of his old look could reflect a renewed focus and hunger.
With just two years potentially left on his City contract, fans are hoping this “fresh face” marks the beginning of a resurgence in the 2025/26 Premier League season.
Whether the moustache stays or goes, Guardiola’s commitment to innovation — both on and off the pitch — continues to define his legacy.
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