Humanity is better than ever in terms of possibilities, but still right now we kill each other, for what?” Guardiola said.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has turned a soccer news conference into a passionate address on the “hurt” he is feeling at seeing humanitarian tragedies around the world.

In a week where uncertainty was cast on Pep Guardiola's long-term future at Manchester City, the Spaniard saw his side take apart Newcastle to ensure another crack at glory. "Wembley again, ole ole," was the chant from the home faithful at full-time as they prepare to visit the national stadium for the 22nd time since Guardiola's appointment as

Guardiola was speaking at a pre‑match press ‍conference ahead of City's ​League Cup semifinal second leg against Newcastle United, five days ​after he ⁠voiced support for children in the occupied Palestinian territories at a charity concert in Barcelona.

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