Pep Guardiola has cheekily declared himself "so disappointed" that English football hasn't yet named a stand after him at Wembley Stadium. The Manchester City boss, speaking ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final against Chelsea, couldn't resist a trademark dose of sarcasm when reflecting on his remarkable history with the iconic venue.

"I'm so disappointed in English football for not making a stand for Pep," Guardiola joked during his pre-match press conference. "Many times I've been there so at least a lounge, or a box – or something like that! Maybe I'll go 24 more times. It's been a special place, definitely!"

The quip drew knowing laughter from the media, but it also underscored just how dominant Guardiola's City have been on the national stage. This weekend's FA Cup final will mark his 24th trip to Wembley as City manager—a staggering tally that speaks volumes about the club's sustained success under his leadership.

Across his decade in English football, Guardiola has built a legacy that few could have imagined. Wembley has been the stage for some of his greatest triumphs, including the Carabao Cup final victory over Arsenal earlier this year. Yet there's also unfinished business: City have lost their last two FA Cup finals at the venue, adding extra weight to Saturday's showdown with Chelsea.

For a manager who has won it all at Barcelona and Bayern Munich, Guardiola's Wembley record is a testament to the domestic dominance he has engineered in Manchester. Whether his "24 more times" comment was a hint at extending his stay or just a playful jab, one thing is clear—Wembley has become a second home for the Catalan tactician.

As City gear up for another trip to the capital, fans will be hoping this visit ends with silverware. And who knows? If Guardiola keeps winning, maybe that stand will be named after him sooner than he thinks.