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How players train during international breaks

The upcoming international break will undoubtedly be met with a wide range of reactions by managers at club level. For the teams in the midst of a good run, the international break is an unwelcome distraction heading into a pivotal part of the season. However, some managers may be happy to have the opportunity to regroup, particularly those whose teams are currently in the relegation zone. International breaks present several unique challenges for managers, especially if they lose a significant…
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Up for the cup? The Man City trophy blip that will annoy Pep Guardiola

Pep Guardiola is a grand master in the art of trophy collecting, with success having followed him around wherever he has been. A European Cup winner as a player and coach, the Catalan tactician has helped to raise collective standards on and off the pitch. It is managerial circles that he has truly cemented his legacy, with the architect of tiki-taka having revolutionised the game in a way that many would have thought impossible. In a business where results are…
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Football managers: overpaid, overrated or undervalued? Let’s discuss…

Football managers are often regarded as some of the most influential figures globally. They oversee the team, train the players, and ultimately make critical decisions during games. However, their role has been the subject of much debate over the years, with some people arguing that they are overpaid and overrated, while others believe that they are undervalued. In recent years, football managers' salaries have skyrocketed, with some of the top ranking positions earning millions of pounds per year. For example,…
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What happens if Pep Guardiola leaves Manchester City?

https://unsplash.com/photos/pKJukGSxdco These are turbulent times for Manchester City, despite having enjoyed the most successful period in the club’s history, masterminded by the managerial expertise of Pep Guardiola. As they prepare to defend themselves against serious Premier League charges, accused of allegedly breaching more than 100 financial regulations, the Spaniard may find himself at the centre of a moral dilemma. Guardiola clear about his views During the previous investigations launched by UEFA, which probed into finances at the club and raised…
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Guardiola taking City to Europe’s head table

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has admitted his side are not there yet when it comes to elite teams in Europe. However, with his efforts in the Champions League this season, there are plenty of punters who are getting behind the Citizens achieving European success in the near future. The foundations are in place After falling short in the quarter-final stages previously, City managed to reach the first Champions League semi-final in their history this season. Mixing it with Ligue…
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Can Pep Guardiola Win Manchester City the Champions League?

Despite being the most successful English team of the last decade, Manchester City seem unable to achieve European success. Between 2010 and 2019, the Citizens lifted more domestic silverware than any other club, claiming a total of 16 trophies, as per Manchester City’s official website.   However, under the likes of Manuel Pellegrini, Pep Guardiola, and Roberto Mancini, a Champions League trophy has yet to be added to the collection. So, is the former Barcelona and Bayern Munich manager the…
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Can Pep’s City be stopped?

Manchester City have begun their Premier League defence in devastating fashion, dispatching Arsenal 2-0 at the Emirates and hammering Huddersfield 6-1 at the Etihad. The 1-1 draw at Molineux is the only blemish on their record so far, but they can count themselves incredibly unfortunate not to have beaten Wolves. Many of their star players are still recovering from a summer of tournament football in Russia and yet the champions look even better than they did last season. So who…
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