Also known as: the City boss · the emotional Spaniard
Pep Guardiola — Manchester City manager who stepped down after a decade, winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League; rejected Italy's national team coaching approach.
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The Standard
… During his first spell in charge, between 2010 and 2013, Mourinho helped Madrid battle Pep Guardiola's dominant Barcelona side and created a siege mentality around the club."It's not about working at Real Madrid, it's working for Real Madrid," continued the 63-year-old coach. …
Mourinho begins Real Madrid culture 'mission'Citizen Digital
… Such a fee would represent a club record for City and a statement of their intent under new manager Enzo Maresca after Pep Guardiola stood down at the end of last season. …
Anderson closes in on record Man City moveCitizen Digital
… Arriving from Pep Guardiola's Manchester City at the end of his contract, Silva can add quality on the ball and footballing intelligence for a team which has sometimes been lacking in their build-up game. …
What Real Madrid's new signings add to Mourinho's projectThe Standard
… Former Bournemouth boss Iraola's Anfield debut is set for the weekend of August 29 against Nottingham Forest.Manchester City start life after Pep Guardiola at home to Bournemouth on August 23. …
Arsenal to kick off Premier League title defence against CoventryCitizen Digital
… But he also widely respected among his peers, his bold attacking approach an inspiration to a younger generation of coaches including Pep Guardiola and USA boss Mauricio Pochettino.
Uruguay's Bielsa says 'I'm not a model' after World Cup exchangeCitizen Digital
… During his tenure he won one La Liga championship, one Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super Cup during a period of fierce rivalry with Pep Guardiola's Barcelona. …
Benfica say farewell to Mourinho as Real Madrid return nearsCitizen Digital
… During his tenure, he won one La Liga championship, one Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super Cup during a period of fierce rivalry with Pep Guardiola's Barcelona. …
Perez re-elected at Real Madrid paving way for Mourinho returnThe Standard
… coaches in the world, a Madridista like Jose Mourinho." Mourinho first joined Real Madrid in 2010, spending three seasons at the club.During his tenure he won one La Liga championship, one Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super Cup during a period of fierce rivalry with Pep Guardiola …
Perez re-elected at Real Madrid paving way for Mourinho returnCitizen Digital
Guardiola quit '100 times' before leaving, says Man City chairman By AFP June 05, 2026 08:51 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Manchester City's Spanish manager Pep Guardiola looks up into the stands as he ta …
Guardiola quit '100 times' before leaving, says Man City chairmanCitizen Digital
… During his previous spell, he won a La Liga title, a Copa del Rey and a Spanish Super Cup, while overseeing a fierce rivalry with Pep Guardiola’s Barcelona. …
Mourinho lined up as Riquelme promises Haaland and Rodri in Real Madrid election battleManchester City's new manager Enzo Maresca, who replaced Pep Guardiola last month, said his side will be judged as he prepared for his first match in charge — a pre-season friendly against Inter Milan in Hong Kong on Saturday. Maresca said he is introducing new concepts and does not believe in "copy and paste" management.
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Manchester City's new manager Enzo Maresca, who replaced Pep Guardiola last month, said his side will be judged as he prepared for his first match in charge — a pre-season friendly against Inter Milan in Hong Kong on Saturday. Maresca said he is introducing new concepts and does not believe in "copy and paste" management.
10 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Manchester City's Jack Grealish has denied claims he was left out of the club's pre-season tour to Hong Kong and Seoul, stating he is still recovering from foot surgery in February and is not yet training.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Italy playmaker Andrea Pirlo, who was favoured for the national coaching post, expressed bitterness on Monday over the debate that has led to him no longer being a candidate. Pirlo had become the favourite to revive the national side after Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup for the third successive time.
27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Italy playmaker Andrea Pirlo said on Monday he learned he is no longer a candidate for the national coaching job, expressing bitterness over the debate surrounding his candidacy. Pirlo had been favoured for the post after Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup for the third successive time, but questions about his limited coaching success and a contract with a Russian betting firm reportedly contributed to his withdrawal.
27 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Italian Football Federation has reached an agreement with former Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo to become the national team's coach on a four-year deal, according to Italian daily La Repubblica. The 47-year-old, currently in charge of Dubai United, is replacing Pep Guardiola, who rejected the approach.
25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
New Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said Friday it is a "privilege" to succeed Pep Guardiola and expects midfielder Rodri, despite requiring back surgery, to be available for his first season in charge.
25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Italy's technical director Paolo Maldini said on Thursday that the Italian Football Federation approached Carlo Ancelotti about the national team coaching job before discussing the role with Pep Guardiola. Italy has been searching for a new coach since Gennaro Gattuso stepped down in April after the team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.
24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester City forward Phil Foden signed a four-year contract extension on Wednesday under new boss Enzo Maresca. The 26-year-old England international had been out of contract at the end of the coming season; his new deal includes an option for a further one-year extension.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Italy's football federation head Giovanni Malago confirmed he has held talks with Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola about the vacancy at the Italian national side, though he said he was "not sure that this will come about." Malago said the federation would increase the coach's salary budget in Guardiola's case and described opening dialogue as "the right thing to do."
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jose Mourinho has been appointed as Real Madrid's new coach on a three-season contract running until 2029, replacing Alvaro Arbeloa. He said he is on a "mission" to create the right culture at the club, after Los Blancos failed to win a major trophy in the last two seasons.
11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
New Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said he is on a "mission" to create the right culture at the club during his second spell in charge, focusing on work, responsibility, and ambition after Los Blancos failed to win a major trophy in the last two seasons.
10 July 2026 · The Standard →
England midfielder Elliot Anderson will move to Manchester City from Nottingham Forest for a reported £116 million, a club record fee for City, following his return from the World Cup. The 23-year-old has completed his medical and will formally join once England's tournament involvement ends.
2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid have signed Marc Cucurella, Bernardo Silva, and Ibrahima Konate under new coach Jose Mourinho to reinforce the squad after two seasons without a major trophy. Cucurella joined from Chelsea for around 55 million euros, Konate agreed a four-year deal, and Silva was also signed ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.
19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal will kick off their Premier League title defence against promoted Coventry on August 21, with the 2026-27 season fixtures released Friday. The opening round also features Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola's debut at Newcastle, Manchester City's first game under new management against Bournemouth, and the return of Hull City and Ipswich to the top-flight.
19 June 2026 · The Standard →
Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa declined to explain his downward gaze in an official FIFA portrait, saying he is "not a model" after being asked by a reporter whether it was a form of protest.
16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Benfica parted company with coach Jose Mourinho, who is close to returning to Real Madrid for a fee of 15 million euros, and announced an agreement with Fulham boss Marco Silva to replace him on a two-year deal.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Florentino Perez has been re-elected president of Real Madrid with 65 percent of votes from around 100,000 members, defeating challenger Enrique Riquelme. Jose Mourinho is expected to be announced as the club's new manager as early as Monday, returning to the Santiago Bernabeu after 13 years, with Madrid reportedly paying Benfica a 15 million euro release fee.
8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Florentino Perez has been re-elected president of Real Madrid with 65 per cent of votes, paving the way for Jose Mourinho to return as manager. Mourinho, 63, will return after 13 years away, with Madrid paying his current club Benfica a reported 15 million euro release fee.
8 June 2026 · The Standard →
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak said Pep Guardiola thought about resigning "100 times" during low moments in his decade at the club before leaving at the end of this season after winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League.
5 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jose Mourinho has been lined up as a potential candidate in a Real Madrid election battle, with candidate Riquelme reportedly promising to bring in players including Haaland and Rodri.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak revealed that Pep Guardiola considered quitting "100 times" during his 10 years as manager before finally stepping down after the season. Guardiola left after winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League, with the chairman noting that the manager's resignation threats during difficult periods were not always serious.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Paris Saint-Germain retained the UEFA Champions League title by defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the final at Budapest on May 30, 2026. Coach Luis Enrique said the victory was "even bigger" than their maiden European title a year ago.
31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ghanaian midfielder Antoine Semenyo, now at Manchester City, is preparing for his second World Cup with Ghana under new coach Carlos Queiroz after a meteoric rise from a disappointing 2022 campaign where he played only 19 minutes across two substitute appearances.
30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal's Mikel Arteta and Paris Saint-Germain's Luis Enrique, both Barcelona alumni and disciples of Pep Guardiola, face off tomorrow in Budapest. The two share a playing history at Barcelona and have followed similar coaching paths under Guardiola, who coached them both at Manchester City.
29 May 2026 · The Standard →
Egyptian striker Mohamed Salah played his final match for Liverpool on Sunday, leaving as the club's third-highest all-time goalscorer with 257 goals. The 33-year-old, who will captain Egypt at the 2026 World Cup, played 74 minutes in a 1-1 draw with Brentford.
25 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pep Guardiola said he will call his Manchester City successor to offer advice after ending his 10-year tenure at the club, which saw him win 20 trophies. Enzo Maresca, one of Guardiola's former assistants and ex-Chelsea boss, is reportedly set to take over.
25 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pep Guardiola bid an emotional farewell to Manchester City after a 2-1 defeat by Aston Villa on Sunday, ending his 10-season spell as manager in which he won 20 trophies and made City the dominant force of English football.
24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pep Guardiola announced he will step down as Manchester City manager at the end of the season, triggering responses from prominent figures including England manager Thomas Tuchel, who praised Guardiola's impact and described him as "one of the very, very, very best."
23 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bayern Munich's Vincent Kompany said former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola gave him the belief to become a coach, calling the experience working under him a "gift."
23 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pep Guardiola announced he will leave Manchester City following Sunday's match against Aston Villa, ending a 10-year tenure in which he won 20 trophies including six Premier League titles and the club's first Champions League. Guardiola cited concerns about lacking the energy required to continue leading the club, saying it needs fresh direction with its current squad.
23 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →