Manchester City had a disappointing league season in 1968–69, but fared better in the FA Cup. Pardoe played every match as Manchester City reached the final, where they faced Leicester City. The Manchester club prevailed 1–0 courtesy of a goal by Neil Young. Pardoe scored the winning goal for City in the 1970 League Cup Final, beating West Bromwich Albion. The match finished 2–1. Pardoe's career was threatened in 1970 when he broke his leg in a tackle with George Best in a Manchester derby, with doctors at one point fearing that the limb would have to be amputated. The injury sidelined him for nearly two years, and by the time he returned Willie Donachie had established himself as first choice left back. From this point his first-team appearances were limited, mainly playing at right back during his spells in the side. In total Pardoe played for Manchester City 380 times, scoring 22 goals. His versatility meant that centre-half was the only outfield position he never played for the club. He retired in 1976, taking up a position in the club's coaching staff, and remained at the club for a further 16 years. Youth development was a focus of his coaching, which included a strong contribution to the development of the team which won the 1986 FA Youth Cup. His association with the club ended in 1992 when Peter Reid abruptly sacked him, along with longstanding physio Roy Bailey. During the 2005–06 season he worked in the media, summarising Manchester City matches on BBC GMR. Pardoe was the cousin of his former teammate Alan Oakes, with several other relations having played professionally. His daughter Charlotte, is married to Scott Doyle, the son of former teammate Mike Doyle and his grandson Tommy Doyle, plays for Manchester City, as well represented England's U-17 and England's U-16 national sides. Pardoe died on 26 May 2020, aged 73. Manchester City F.C.