Pep Guardiola says Manchester City’s best way to avoid ongoing controversies involving VAR is to win matches convincingly. Speaking ahead of games, Guardiola refers to the club’s experience of being affected by contentious decisions in the past, suggesting that tighter margins leave more room for dispute around officiating and video review. His comments frame VAR-related problems as largely linked to match outcomes that hinge on fine details, where decisions can be questioned by players, staff, and fans. Guardiola therefore emphasizes the importance of producing results that are clear and unambiguous, which would lessen the impact that specific calls—whether verified by VAR or challenged afterward—can have on the final result. While the remarks are presented as a practical response rather than a direct accusation of officials, they reflect City’s frustration with how officiating issues can influence high-profile matches. Guardiola’s stance centers on control within the team’s performance: reduce the reliance on refereeing calls by securing a decisive edge on the pitch.