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Tag: Josep Guardiola

Has Pep Guardiola done all he can for Manchester City?

Has Pep Guardiola done all he can for Manchester City?

October 31, 2019 by Billy Brake

Despite bringing unprecedented domestic success to Manchester City, Pep Guardiola’s time to achieve continental success at The Etihad is running out, writes Billy Brake

Shifting sands in football tactics and the rise of the counter attack

Shifting sands in football tactics and the rise of the counter attack

May 31, 2017 by Simon Bolger

The past couple of seasons have seen a shift away from possession-based tactics to something all the more attacking, writes Simon Bolger.

New beginnings - How Mikel Arteta can bring his playing past to a managerial future

New beginnings – How Mikel Arteta can bring his playing past to a managerial future

August 12, 2016 by Stefan Reyners

Mikel Arteta’s Barcelona roots and Premier League experience could see him set out on a success story in management, writes Stefan Reyners.

Andrea Pirlo - the absent Catalan

Andrea Pirlo – the absent Catalan

April 21, 2014 by Matthew Coyle

Matthew Coyle discusses the playmaker who would have been right at home amongst a Golden Generation.

Laudrup capable of continuing Guardiola’s legacy

Laudrup capable of continuing Guardiola’s legacy

July 22, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly discusses the prospect of a Dane being next in line for the Barcelona job.

Shades of Xavi in 1999: Manchester United’s hunt for Thiago

Shades of Xavi in 1999: Manchester United’s hunt for Thiago

June 24, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly discusses the transfer gossip surrounding a young Barcelona player and a possible move to England.

The dynasty test awaits Guardiola

The dynasty test awaits Guardiola

May 27, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly discusses the job ahead for Pep Guardiola, who takes on the job of controlling a much different machine compared to his tiki-taki Barcelona.

Mourinho's Madrid experience will play into Chelsea’s hands

Mourinho’s Madrid experience will play into Chelsea’s hands

May 20, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly discusses the Special One ahead of his predicted return to Stamford Bridge.

The final chapter: Beckham's move to PSG

The final chapter: Beckham’s move to PSG

February 4, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly discusses the former England captain’s move to Ligue 1.

Shades of Mourinho: Guardiola’s appointment at FC Bayern

Shades of Mourinho: Guardiola’s appointment at FC Bayern

January 23, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly believes that Pep Guardiola’s move to Bayern Munich is reminiscent of something we’ve seen before.

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