Guardiola names Bernardo and Stones in line-up for final City game
John Stones and Bernardo Silva are set to play their final match for Manchester City against Aston Villa. Pep Guardiola has named his last line-up as the team's manager, with Bernardo captaining the side. City has already secured a second-place finish in the Premier League and won two trophies this season.
- ▪John Stones and Bernardo Silva will start their final games for Manchester City against Aston Villa.
- ▪Bernardo will captain the side on his 460th appearance for the Blues.
- ▪City is guaranteed to finish second in the Premier League after winning the FA Cup and Carabao Cup this season.
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