Pep Guardiola claims win against Liverpool on his 1000th match as club manager. Image: BBC.
(The Post News) – Pep Guardiola marked his 1,000th match as a professional football manager in emphatic fashion as Manchester City cruised to a 3–0 victory over Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium, a fitting celebration for one of football’s most successful and influential coaches.
Goals from Phil Foden, Erling Haaland, and Bernardo Silva sealed the triumph, extending Manchester City’s unbeaten run and deepening Liverpool’s woes amid ongoing controversy over a disallowed Virgil van Dijk goal following a VAR review.
The landmark fixture added another chapter to Guardiola’s illustrious managerial career, which has spanned nearly two decades and three footballing giants which includes Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City. Guardiola had amassed 715 wins from 999 games, boasting a remarkable 71% win rate and a collection of 36 major trophies.
Speaking before the game, Guardiola reflected on his journey with characteristic humility and passion.
“Dedication, passion, love in that nobody beats me. If I had to choose one rival for such a special game, it would be Liverpool. It couldn’t be better, to be honest”, said Guardilola.
His players delivered the perfect gift. City dominated possession and tempo from start to finish, showcasing the high-pressing, fluid style that has defined Guardiola’s football philosophy since his early days at Barcelona. Haaland’s clinical finish before halftime set the tone, while Foden and Silva capped off a memorable evening in Manchester.
The victory not only celebrated Guardiola’s longevity but also reinforced City’s credentials in their pursuit of another Premier League title. For Guardiola, however, the milestone was as much about reflection as it was about results.
Pep Guardiola reflected on this managerial career, “One thousand games, I never imagined it when I started,” he said after the final whistle. “I’ve been so lucky to work with incredible players and clubs that believe in a certain way of playing football. That’s what makes me proud.”
As Manchester City fans sang his name long after the final whistle, Guardiola’s 1,000th game felt less like a milestone and more like a reminder: his relentless pursuit of perfection continues. His influence on modern football remains as profound as ever.
Who is Pep Guardiola?
Josep “Pep” Guardiola is widely regarded as one of the greatest football managers in history. The Spanish manager was born on 18 January 1971, in Spain. Guardiola began his footballing journey as a defensive midfielder with FC Barcelona, where he played under Johan Cruyff in the famous “Dream Team.” His experiences under Cruyff profoundly shaped his footballing philosophy, a belief in positional play, tactical intelligence, and attacking football built on control and creativity.
Pep Guardiola’s Managerial Achievements:
FC Barcelona (2008–2012)
- 3× La Liga titles – 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11
- 2× UEFA Champions League titles – 2008–09, 2010–11
- 2× Copa del Reys – 2008–09, 2011–12
- 3× Spanish Super Cups – 2009, 2010, 2011
- 2× UEFA Super Cups – 2009, 2011
- 2× FIFA Club World Cups – 2009, 2011
- Achieved historic treble (La Liga, Copa del Rey, Champions League) in 2008–09
- Total: 14 trophies in 4 seasons
Bayern Munich (2013–2016)
- 3× Bundesliga titles – 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16
- 2× DFB-Pokal Cups – 2013–14, 2015–16
- 1× UEFA Super Cup – 2013
- 1× FIFA Club World Cup – 2013
- Total: 7 trophies in 3 seasons Manchester City (2016–Present)
- 6× Premier League titles – 2017–18, 2018–19, 2020–21, 2021–22, 2022–23, 2023–24
- 2× FA Cups – 2018–19, 2022–23
- 4× EFL Cups – 2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20, 2020–21
- 2× FA Community Shields – 2018, 2019
- 1× UEFA Champions League – 2022–23 (first in City’s history)
- 1× UEFA Super Cup – 2023
- 1× FIFA Club World Cup – 2023
- Achieved historic treble (Premier League, FA Cup, Champions League) in 2022–23
- Total (as of 2025): 16 trophies and counting
Overall Career Achievements (as of 2025)
- Total trophies: 37 major titles
- Games managed: 1,000+
- Career win rate: Approximately 71%
- Clubs managed: Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Manchester City
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