Pep Guardiola performance last season wasn't good enough but despite that I still don't underestimate him because he is very good and he can turn it around with a surprise, which am expecting very soon. Their elimination from FIFA Club World Cup will definitely be of good advantage for them because they will have time to prepare like other teams ahead of 2025/26 season which seem to be very tough with the way top teams are preparing.
It may be advantageous for Manchester city to be eliminated from the FIFA Club World Cup. But don't forget which team Manchester City lost to. We underestimate the Saudi Pro League. Manchester City lost to a team in the Saudi League. City lost 4-3 against Al Hilal. If Manchester City had lost to a team in La Liga or the Premier league, I might not have been so angry.
Manchester City's situation was very bad last season. Even then , the team's performance was very consistent towards the end of the season. That's why Manchester City was able to qualify for the Champions league. However , my expectations from this team next season will not be very high. I consider Liverpool to be the favorite for the Premier League title. Even compared to the teams in the Champions League platform, Manchester City will be far behind.