Oasis was referenced in his composed leaving letter for the fans.
The Catalan manager talked emotionally of the 2017 Manchester Arena attacks, when his family happened to be at the venue.
“This is my place,” he said.
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The rainy days will not be missed, and no longer hearing questions over the charges City face will bring relief.
Guardiola knows it will be hard to be apart but acknowledges that rest is necessary after a relentless calendar stretching back to 2016.
“This is the time,” he said.
The majority of back-and-forths with journalists this season involved denials that kept everyone second-guessing.
However, his departure at the end of this season felt inevitable, with no discussions held regarding Enzo Maresca or what comes next for City.
Guardiola extended an invitation to Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher to have a beer.
He also recalled his friendship with City fan Noel Gallagher, who once noted the transformation of the team into Premier League title contenders.
The 55-year-old indicated he might seek anonymity after a lifetime in the limelight.
He plans to retreat to play more golf in warmer climes, drink wine, see his children, and see how long it takes for the England manager’s job to become available.
A round of applause marked the culmination of the elongated press conference.
Guardiola booked in drinks with the media, offering wine, charcuterie, handshakes, and a brief heartfelt impression of a journalist.
Speeches were exchanged and Pep-branded caps were given out before a final photo was taken on the pitch.
Next week he will be on a beach, having turned down the offer to play in the annual match between media and City staff.
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“It’s been the experience of my life,” he said.
