Tag: Guardiola
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Fabregas snubs Mourinho, Wenger, names manager he learnt the most from
Como manager, Cesc Fabregas, has revealed that Pep Guardiola is the coach that had the biggest impact on his playing career. Fabregas, speaking to ESPN, however said he learned patience from Arsène Wenger and bravery from José Mourinho. The 37-year-old played under Guardiola at Barcelona during the 2011/2012 season. He said: “I think, tactically, Pep…
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Champions League: He was EPL best player, we need him – Guardiola on Man City star
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has said Phil Foden is ready to make an impact this season. Foden has struggled so far to replicate the heights of last term, where he scored 28 goals for club and country. The England midfielder was named PFA Player of the Year in recognition of his displays. This campaign,…
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EPL: Pep Guardiola has ruined football – Howard
Former Manchester United goalkeeper, Tim Howard has hit out at Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola for ‘ruining’ football and making every coach think their side can play like his team. Howard said that most of the managers in the Premier League are now looking to replicate Pep Guardiola. Howard noted that even Gregg Berhalter tried…
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EPL: It’ll hurt Man City -Alan Shearer warns Guardiola about title race
Newcastle United legend, Alan Shearer, has claimed Rodri’s injury will have a big impact on the Premier League title race, with the Manchester City midfielder facing a “horrible” recovery. Rodri went down clutching his knee early on against Arsenal on Sunday. It has now been confirmed that the Spain midfielder has suffered ligament damage that will…
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EPL: Man City now have serious challenger -Neville warns Guardiola about one club
Former Manchester United defender, Gary Neville, has described Arsenal as “serious contenders” for the Premier League title this season. Neville was speaking on Sky Sports after the Gunners beat Tottenham 1-0 on Sunday. The result means Mikel Arteta’s men now have 10 points after four fixtures and sit in second place behind Manchester City. According to Neville, Arteta…
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EPL: He can match Messi, Ronaldo’s goals record – Guardiola hails Man City star
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has described Erling Haaland’s goalscoring numbers as “ridiculous”. Guardiola also claimed Haaland can challenge the standards set by Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Haaland grabbed the 10th hat trick of his Man City career in the 4-1 win over Ipswich Town on Saturday. He’s now got 94 goals in 101…
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EPL: Guardiola speaks on Man City players leaving after Gundogan’s arrival
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has said no player will leave the club following Ilkay Gundogan’s arrival. The Premier League champions confirmed Gundogan’s return on Friday, only one year after he left for Barcelona as a free agent. Guardiola, speaking to reporters, insisted that he has a small squad and cannot sanction any departures. City…
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Transfer: Pep Guardiola approves Man City’s move for Barcelona star
Manchester City head coach, Pep Guardiola, has given his approval for the return of Ilkay Gundogan this summer. Gundogan only left the Premier League champions last summer as a free agent to join Barcelona. However, the German midfielder is available to leave Barca and the LaLiga club will not stand in his way. It is…
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EPL: He’s on the level of Messi, Ronaldo – Guardiola lauds Man City star
Manchester City head coach, Pep Guardiola, has said Erling Haaland is on the level of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Guardiola spoke after Haaland scored in the 2-0 win over Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday evening. The Norway international now has 91 goals in 100 matches for Man City. However, Guardiola believes that…
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EPL: I didn’t expect we could beat Chelsea 2-0 – Man City coach, Guardiola
Manchester City head coach, Pep Guardiola, has said continuity helped his team beat Chelsea 2-0 on Sunday. The Premier League champions began their latest defence with victory at Stamford Bridge. Erling Haaland and Mateo Kovacic scored in either half to ensure City left London with three points. Guardiola, speaking to Sky Sports after the game,…