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1997–2000: Louis van Gaal and the ‘Dutchification’ of Barcelona
Daniel Law takes an in depth look at Spanish giants Barcelona and how their style of play evolved by following the successful Dutch model.
Tag: Pep Guardiola
Bernardo Silva – the heir to the throne at Manchester City
As David Silva enters his final season at Manchester City, his replacement as the creative talisman is already ingrained in the club.
What did the Liverpool v Manchester City game tell us?
Liverpool overcame Manchester City in the weekend’s mouthwatering Premier League clash and are now on course to claim a first title since the early 1990s.
Five key performers for Manchester City’s “Fourmidables”
A look at some of the players who came up big as Manchester City claimed four pieces of domestic silverware this season.
Defending with the ball – Inside Guardiola and Manchester City’s success
Phillip Flanagan discusses the tactics behind Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City and how rethinking defence has lead to success.
Potential big players in the Premier League title race
There will likely be more twists and turns in the race between Liverpool and Manchester City for the Premier League title.
The Manchester derby could make or break Mourinho’s season
Robert Barter looks at the tactical battles that Jose Mourinho will have to address ahead of this Sunday’s crunch Manchester Derby.
Will Grigg and Wigan reignite the magic of the FA Cup
Takudzwa Chikonzo looks back at the FA Cup fifth round tie between Wigan Athletic and Manchester City, and believes that the competition continues to be an avenue for success for those that see its importance.
Girona gives Pep Guardiola the B team he always wanted for Manchester City
Pep Guardiola has long been a fan of feeder clubs, and now he appears to have a found a good one for Premier League side Manchester City.
Guardiola philosophy winning hearts, minds and games at Manchester City
Alexis Monteith looks at how Pep Guardiola’s clearly defined football philosophy and systems of play accounted for Manchester City’s 3-1 victory over Arsenal.