Guardiola: “We will lift more trophies”
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Manchester City officially announces new contract with manager Guardiola
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(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Seol Ha-eun = Manchester City (Man City) of the English Professional Football Premier League (EPL) officially announced that it has signed a two-year extension with manager Pep Guardiola (53, Spain).
The Manchester City club announced on its website on the 22nd (Korean time), “We have extended Coach Guardiola’s contract by two years. Coach Guardiola and Manchester City have had a time full of success. He will now lead the team for over 10 years.” .
Manchester City Chairman Khaldoon Almubarak said, “I am delighted that Guardiola and Manchester City’s journey continues. His dedication, passion and innovative thinking are reshaping the game.”
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Coach Guardiola said through the club, “I have a really special feeling for the team because I experienced an amazing time during my ninth season at Manchester City,” and added, “My goal is to lift more trophies.”
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Manchester City, under coach Guardiola, has won a whopping 18 championship trophies and has established itself as a club praised as the strongest team in English professional soccer history.
Coach Guardiola was appointed to Manchester City in 2016 after serving as the head coach of world-class clubs Barcelona (Spain) and Bayern Munich (Germany).
Manchester City achieved four consecutive wins for the first time in EPL history from the 2020-2021 season to the 2023-2024 season, and became the first team to win the EPL, FA Cup, and League Cup in the 2018-2019 season.
In the 2022-2023 season, it had the best season by winning the UEFA Champions League (UCL) for the first time in the club’s history and achieving a European ‘treble’ (triple crown) by combining the EPL and FA Cup.
In the 2017-2018 season, it reached the ‘100 points’ mark for the first time in EPL history.
Under Guardiola’s leadership, Manchester City has won 353 games in 490 games and is recording a winning rate of 72%. A total of 1,200 goals have been scored, with an average of 2.45 goals per game.
Coach Guardiola is expected to break the record of former coach Les McDowell, who led the team from 1950 to 1963 and led 587 games.
Manchester City has accumulated 23 points (7 wins, 2 draws, 2 losses) in 11 EPL games this season and is in second place, 5 points behind leader Liverpool (28 points, 9 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss).
However, Man City has recently been mired in four consecutive losses in official games, including the first two EPL losses of the season.
It has been 18 years since Manchester City lost four consecutive official matches, not only after Guardiola took office, but also before it was acquired by the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
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## World Today News Exclusive Interview: The Guardiola Era Continues
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today, we delve into the breaking news of Manchester City extending Pep Guardiola’s contract for an unprecedented two more years. We are joined by two esteemed guests: **[Guest 1 Name and Title, e.g., renowned sports journalist, Sarah Jones],** and **[Guest 2 Name and Title, e.g., former professional footballer and analyst, John Smith],** to discuss the implications of this monumental decision.
**Section 1: A Legacy of Success**
* **Host:** Pep Guardiola’s tenure at Manchester City has been nothing short of extraordinary, marked by a trophy haul unmatched in the club’s history. Sarah, how significant is this contract extension in terms of solidifying Guardiola’s legacy?
* **Guest 1:** [Response]
* **Host:** John, Guardiola has revolutionized the style of play in the Premier League. What are the key elements that make his tactical approach so successful, and how sustainable is it in the long term?
* **Guest 2:** [Response]
**Section 2: The Future of Manchester City**
* **Host:** Manchester City’s recent string of losses has raised eyebrows, even amongst their most ardent supporters. Sarah, do these setbacks cast any doubt on Guardiola’s ability to maintain the club’s dominance in the years to come?
* **Guest 1:** [Response]
* **Host:** John, Manchester City have ambitious goals, including further Champions League success. What are the key challenges they need to overcome to achieve these goals, and what role will Guardiola play in overcoming them?
* **Guest 2:** [Response]
**Section 3: Beyond the Pitch**
* **Host:** Guardiola’s impact extends beyond trophies; he’s known for nurturing young talent and building a strong team culture. Sarah, how do you think his continued presence will shape the next generation of Manchester City players?
* **Guest 1:** [Response]
* **Host:** John, many clubs aspire to emulate Manchester City’s success. What lessons can be learned from Guardiola’s leadership style and his approach to building a winning team?
* **Guest 2:** [Response]
**Concluding Remarks:**
* **Host:** Thank you both for your valuable insights. This contract extension marks a significant moment in Manchester City’s history. Only time will tell what further achievements await under the continued guidance of Pep Guardiola.
**[End of Interview]**
