Pep Guardiola Reflects on Klopp and Approaches 1,000th Managerial Game
Pep Guardiola admits he misses Jurgen Klopp as he prepares to face Klopp's former club, Liverpool, in the 1,000th game of his managerial career. Guardiola considers Liverpool the perfect opponent for this milestone, with the reigning Premier League champions visiting on Sunday.
Memorable Rivalry with Klopp
Guardiola cherished the intense title battles with Klopp before the German left the Anfield role last year. These contests stand out as highlights in a distinguished career that also includes successful periods at Barcelona and Bayern Munich, as well as nine trophy-rich years at Manchester City.
"If I were to choose one rival for this personal milestone, that I want to share with many people, they would be the best."
"I’ve been longer than ever in this country. Of course Barcelona, the impact on my life as a ballboy, football player, manager, and so on is obvious and Bayern was an incredible step as well. But Liverpool, especially with Jurgen, have been the biggest rivals in this country and it could not be better, to be honest. So destiny decided that and it’s nice to live it."
Mutual Respect Between Managers
"In terms of Jurgen’s side or Pep’s side, I think we respected each other. I had the feeling that Jurgen gave me a lot and I miss him. He gave me a lot in sense of, to beat that guy, how much I have to think and work and do it, to make it better."
Guardiola, a six-time Premier League winner and Champions League champion with City, values the challenge Klopp represented, motivating him to continually improve.
Guardiola to Protect Rodri Against Liverpool
Despite the significance of the match, Pep Guardiola has decided not to risk midfielder Rodri due to fitness concerns ahead of Liverpool’s visit.
Author's summary: Pep Guardiola fondly recalls his rivalry with Jurgen Klopp as he prepares for his 1,000th managerial game against Liverpool, expressing respect and nostalgia while managing squad fitness carefully.
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