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Has Pep Guardiola done all he can for Manchester City?
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
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Shifting sands in football tactics and the rise of the counter attack
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
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
Matthew Coyle discusses the playmaker who would have been right at home amongst a Golden Generation.
Laudrup capable of continuing Guardiola’s legacy
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
Ciaran Kelly discusses the transfer gossip surrounding a young Barcelona player and a possible move to England.
The dynasty test awaits Guardiola
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
Ciaran Kelly discusses the Special One ahead of his predicted return to Stamford Bridge.
The final chapter: Beckham’s move to PSG
Ciaran Kelly discusses the former England captain’s move to Ligue 1.
Shades of Mourinho: Guardiola’s appointment at FC Bayern
Ciaran Kelly believes that Pep Guardiola’s move to Bayern Munich is reminiscent of something we’ve seen before.