Pep Guardiola: The thinker who reinvented the modern game BY MATT GAULT More than anything else, a football manager thinks about winning. [15] CONI, however, reopened the case against the player because it considered the absolution unacceptable,[16] but he was cleared once again on 29 September 2009. Bayern beat ten-man Chelsea in a shoot-out after Manuel Neuer saved Romelu Lukaku's kick. [83], After his time at Barcelona came to an end, Guardiola took a year's sabbatical in New York City. "Our job is to convince guys that our way is the best way to cross the road. Barcelona started the season defeating Athletic Bilbao in the Supercopa de Espaa and Shakhtar Donetsk in the UEFA Super Cup. [253], On 6 January 2022, Guardiola tested positive for COVID-19. [185], Ahead of the 202021 season, Guardiola strengthened his defence with the signings of Rben Dias from Benfica and Nathan Ak from Bournemouth; he also made an addition to the attacking line-up with the signing of Ferran Torres from Valencia. [165] After finishing the season with a record-breaking 100 points, Guardiola signed a new contract with City until 2021. Following the match, he was criticised for his team selection for not starting a defensive midfielder, opposition manager Thomas Tuchel also admitted that he was surprised not to see midfielder Fernandinho in the City starting line-up. Pep Guardiola is a professional football manager from Spain recognized as one of the best coaches in the English Premier League (EPL). Barcelona (16 games, 201011), Bayern Munich (19 games, 201314) and Manchester City (18 games, 201718). [147], On 1 February 2016, Manchester City signed Guardiola to a three-year contract for the start of the 201617 season. By giving them ownership over the team and their performances, you can create an inclusive environment where everyone trusts each other and tries that little bit harder to not let each other down. And their impressive haul of 14 trophies in four years testifies to his genius. [75] With the trophy won against Porto, he became all-time record holder of most titles won as a coach at Barcelona. This helps manage the ego of the individuals and further motivates the team because they realise that being the best is not enough, what matters is leaving a legacy. Don't criticise, instead add value.When things are not going well it's difficult not to allow your emotions to overtake you and influence your decision making. Barcelona announced that he would be succeeded by Tito Vilanova, who would begin leading the first team at the start of the 201213 season. [79], On 24 April, a 22 draw at home against Chelsea in the second leg of the Champions League semi-final knocked Barcelona out of the competition on a 23 aggregate score. [149] He also controversially replaced long-serving City starting goalkeeper Joe Hart with Claudio Bravo from his former club Barcelona; after Hart failed to impress Guardiola in pre-season, he was loaned to Torino before the end of the transfer window and would never make another appearance for the club. [70], On 11 May 2011, Barcelona won the La Liga title and the club's third in a row after a 11 draw with Levante. If every player plays like a jazz musician, it will be chaos. [146], "I realise how difficult it is. However, the principle of swiftly winning the ball back following a turnover of possession remains at Bayern Munich and Manchester City. ABSTRACT. [245] They married on 29 May 2014. [177][178][179], Guardiola made two major acquisitions during the summer transfer window in defender Joo Cancelo from Juventus for 27.4m plus Danilo, and midfielder Rodri from Atltico Madrid for a fee of 62.8million, a club record. FC Kaiserslautern in the 197879 season. He was a perfectionist, he studies his. [154] Although he then suffered his first defeat as City manager in a 20 loss to Tottenham, his side remained one point clear in the league table ahead of the international break. [69] On 16 February, in the first leg Champions League first knockout round, Barcelona were defeated by Arsenal 21 at Emirates Stadium. Hes said to dedicate 15 minutes a day for one-to-one talks with each of his players. [152] On 11 September 2016, Guardiola won his first Manchester derby as a manager in a 21 victory at Old Trafford; this was also his sixth win against his "rival" manager Jos Mourinho. 6)Dont be afraid to challenge conventional wisdom. Having served as captain of both Barcelona and the Spanish national side, he also stood out for his leadership throughout his career. Pep Guardiola is known for understanding the ambitions and personality of each player and adapts his communication accordingly. Some players may need to sacrifice their attacking instincts at one point or another to help the team defend and retain its shape. [117] In a Champions League match, Bayern defeated Roma 71,[118] Bayern's biggest away win in their Champions League history. Pep Guardiola is the brother of Pere Guardiola . [217][218] To avoid getting caught by long-range passing from City's defensive-third, the opposition defence would cautiously drop deep despite the forward line's high-press, hence creating space in the middle of the pitch. As Guardiola's style indicates, using humility will enhance your employee engagement and job performance. Don't believe what people say. [252], Guardiola's mother, Dolors, died from complications of COVID-19, in a hospital in Barcelona, on 6 April 2020. [256] He had an account open in the principality of Andorra until 2012. Some players, for example, may mess about in training or take an upcoming match as a certain victory and it is up to you to keep everyone motivated and striving to do their best. Here are 13 soccer coaching lessons you can learn from Pep Guardiola. He was capped 47 times for the Spanish national team and appeared at the 1994 FIFA World Cup, as well as at UEFA Euro 2000. [101] However, he defended them. [248] In the same year, Tito Vilanova, former assistant manager at Barcelona under Guardiola, was in New York for the treatment of a life-threatening throat cancer. [56] Deco went to Chelsea while Ronaldinho joined Zambrotta in Milan. Josep "Pep" Guardiola Sala (sinh ngy 18 thng 1 nm 1971) l mt cu cu th bng v hin l hun luyn vin bng chuyn nghip ngi Ty Ban Nha. If you want to be the best soccer coach you can be, you've come to the right place! By being yourself and showing your passion for the game, you'll win the respect and friendship of your players and it is important to realise that you can't please everyone all of the time. [184] Manchester City finished second in the 201920 Premier League, after finishing 18 points behind champions Liverpool. Under his guidance, the team subsequently won their Tercera Divisin group and qualified for the 2008 Segunda Divisin B playoffs, which the team won, thereby achieving promotion. [106], Preseason started on 9 July 2014[107] with the first friendly match on 18 July 2014. 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[180] These signings meant that the value of the City squad had exceeded 1billion,[181] becoming the first football club in the world to achieve a squad with this value. [60] Furthermore, he became the youngest man to coach a Champions League winning team.[61]. If players mess around in training and don't take it seriously, then its very hard for them to switch on and focus when it comes around to game time. Pep Guardiola, current manager of Manchester City, is arguably one of the greatest football managers of all time and his stature has continued to grow over the years. 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I dont know if there are bad habits but the past is gone. Yesterday we celebrated the first Montilivi race with successful attendance. [175] On 12 May, Guardiola secured a second consecutive Premier League title. Josep "Pep" Guardiola Sala (Catalan pronunciation:[uzb wil]; born 18 January 1971) is a Spanish professional football manager and former player, who is the current manager of Premier League club Manchester City. [43] Former Barcelona president Joan Laporta once described Guardiola as "the best central midfielder in our history. [191] On 25 April, Guardiola won his fourth successive EFL Cup as City beat Tottenham Hotspur 10 in the final. Pep Guardiola brought culture-changing innovations to Manchester City soon after he arrived ahead of the 2016/17 campaign. [226] In one of his editorials, he called Zinedine Zidane France's best defender, pointing out how recycling possession in itself is a key defensive tactic,[225] something that Guardiola teams would later become synonymous with. [21], Guardiola made his senior debut on 14 October 1992 in a 00 draw with Northern Ireland at Windsor Park in a World Cup qualifier. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is likely to leave the Premier League champions when his contract expires in 2023, as he wants to take a break before venturing into international football, . I have 7 years of experience in the oil, gas, and petrochemicals industry. [201], After a 63 victory at home over RB Leipzig in the Champions League season opener on 14 September, which saw poor turnout, Guardiola called for more fans to show up for the home games. "We have to congratulate Madrid for their win and the title that they have also won tonight," said Guardiola, after what was his side's first loss at home all season. played. [245] Guardiola met his wife Cristina Serra when he was 18. Pep Guardiola says he has CUT OFF communication with the Premier League amid charges against Man City over.