Analysis: Guardiola's side take control

Pep Guardiola's side had to contend with a raucous St James' Park atmosphere and though they quietened the hostile crowd with ...
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The subtle genius of Manchester City’s midfield passing combinations

Pep Guardiola has Manchester City cutting through teams' defensive blocks with quick passing this season Gareth Copley/Getty Images “I am a genius. Tactics, my friend.” Devoid of context, Pep ...
The New York Times

Pep Guardiola and his many tactical reinventions

Guardiola, pictured as Barcelona manager in 2008, and Manchester City manager in 2025 Getty Images Pep Guardiola’s 1,000th game in management — a 3-0 win over Liverpool — witnessed the latest in a ...