A Tribute to Pep Guardiola: The architect of English football’s modern era
When Pep Guardiola arrived in Manchester in 2016, English football was good. When he left in 2026, it had been rebuilt in his image. For a decade, Pep didn’t just manage Manchester City. He redefined what was possible in a football field.
Pep tells Man City squad ‘I will be here next season even in League Two’
Pep Guardiola has reassured his players that he will not be leaving – even if Man City were are demoted to League Two. Manchester City chief Ferran Soriano urged the squad to trust him as he insisted the two-year Champions League ban will be dropped. Guardiola was odds-on to leave the 2018/19 Premier League champions […]
I could be sacked if I lose to Real Madrid – Guardiola
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he could be sacked if his side lose their last-16 clash against Real Madrid. Second-placed City are currently 22 points off the pace in the Premier League with rivals Liverpool storming the league having only dropped two points all campaign. ALSO READ: ‘He will bring charisma’ ― Adepoju backs Yobo’s […]
Guardiola considered playing Manuel Neuer in midfield ― Rummenigge
Bayern Munich CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has revealed that Pep Guardiola was considering playing goalkeeper Manuel Neuer in midfield during his spell as Bayern Munich manager. Guardiola managed the German giants between 2013 and 2016, winning three consecutive Bundesliga titles. As quoted by The Independent, Rummenigge has explained how he had to persuade Guardiola not to […]
Guardiola defends faltering City stars in 2-0 defeat to Spurs
Pep Guardiola said it would be an “incredible mistake” to criticise his Manchester City players after they played “really well” in a 2-0 Premier League defeat at Tottenham. Champions City remain a mammoth 22 points behind runaway leaders Liverpool after second-half goals from Steven Bergwijn and Son Heung-min boosted Spurs’ bid for a top-four finish. […]
I will be termed “failure” if i dont win the Champions League ― Guardiola
Pep Guardiola believes he will be judged as a “failure” at Manchester City if the club does not win the Champions League before he departs. While City appear certain to cede their Premier League crown to runaway leaders Liverpool this season, Guardiola’s impact at the Etihad Stadium has been undeniable. Since his arrival in 2016, […]
What are they like: The four players to work for both Klopp and Guardiola open up
Liverpool’s Jurgen Klopp and Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola have undoubtedly been the best managers in the Premier League in recent times. However, their success relies on very different styles as you have Klopp’s heavy metal football and then Guardiola’s controlled orchestra. Here’s a selection of quotes from the few players fortunate enough to have first-hand […]
‘I think we did everything’ ― Guardiola rues Palace draw
Pep Guardiola tried to shrug off Manchester City’s frustrating draw with Crystal Palace after claiming the champions “did everything” they could to win. City looked to have snatched victory in a Premier League clash that burst into life in the closing stages when Sergio Aguero struck twice late on to overturn Cenk Tosun’s opener at […]
Guardiola confirms Phil Foden as David Silva’s replacement
Pep Guardiola says Manchester City won’t be signing a replacement for David Silva, because he has faith in Phil Foden to fill his boots. The legendary Spaniard is set to leave Manchester at the end of the 2019-20 season with 19-year-old Foden – known to some as the ‘Stockport Iniesta’ – finally set to get […]
‘Borrell stays’ — Guardiola adamant Man City coach won’t follow Arteta
Pep Guardiola is keen to avoid losing a second assistant to Arsenal after indicating Rodolfo Borrell still has a big role to play at Manchester City. Back-to-back Premier League champions City are seeing their crown slide this season, with Liverpool seemingly striding away towards trophy glory. And they suffered a fresh setback when Mikel Arteta […]
‘We are not here to be friends’ – Benatia slams Guardiola style
Former Bayern Munich defender Mehdi Benatia has explained why Pep Guardiola maintains nothing more than a professional relationship with the players he manages. The Spanish manager signed the centre-back from Roma in August 2014, and the Moroccan played under the two-time Champions League winner for two years. ALSO READ: Guardiola denies Man City break clause Under […]
