Also known as: City boss · the City boss
Manager who led Manchester City to 20 trophies including six Premier League titles and their first Champions League before departing in 2026.
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The Namibian
Pep Guardiola announced his departure on Friday
“"It's been the experience of my life," said the Catalan after announcing his departure on Friday.”
Spurs sweat over Premier League survival as Salah, Guardiola say goodbyeThe Namibian
Pep Guardiola announced he will leave Manchester City at the end of the season
“Pep Guardiola announced on Friday that he will leave Manchester City at the end of the season after a trophy-laden decade that transformed English football.”
Guardiola to step down after glittering decade at Man CityThe Namibian
Pep Guardiola is set to continue working for City Football Group as global ambassador
“Aston Villa's visit to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday will be his final match in charge, although he is set to continue working for the City Football Group as a global ambassador.”
Guardiola to step down after glittering decade at Man CityThe Namibian
Pep Guardiola is reported to be departing after a decade in charge at the end of the season
“On Monday, just 48 hours after completing a domestic cup double with victory over Chelsea in the FA Cup final, City were rocked by widespread reports that Guardiola will depart after a decade in charge at the end of the season.”
Arsenal win Premier League after Man City held by BournemouthThe Namibian
Pep Guardiola has collected 20 trophies including six Premier League titles
“Guardiola has collected 20 trophies including six Premier League titles, bagging an unprecedented four in a row from 2021 to 2024.”
Pep Guardiola: Catalan genius who changed footballThe Namibian
Pep Guardiola is reportedly in the final days of his Etihad reign
“The Catalan is reportedly in the final days of his Etihad reign, though there has been no official comment from the club, who still have an outside chance of sealing a domestic treble.”
Pep Guardiola: Catalan genius who changed footballThe Namibian
Pep Guardiola is set to bring his trophy-laden decade in charge of Manchester City to an end this weekend
“Pep Guardiola is set to bring his trophy-laden decade in charge of Manchester City to an end this weekend, according to multiple reports on Monday.”
Pep Guardiola to leave Man City at end of the season – reportsThe Namibian
Pep Guardiola is reported to leave City after a decorated decade in charge
“To add extra intrigue to the final days of the season, reports on Monday suggest Guardiola will leave City after a decorared decade in charge after Villa visit the Etihad on Sunday.”
Arsenal on the brink of Premier League title after nervy Burnley winThe Namibian
Pep Guardiola praised Jeremy Doku as outstanding
“Pep Guardiola praised the "outstanding" Jeremy Doku for keeping Manchester City in the Premier League title race with a superb strike in Saturday's 3-0 win against Brentford.”
Guardiola salutes Doku after Man City star dazzles in win over BrentfordThe Namibian
Pep Guardiola manages second-placed Manchester City
“Pep Guardiola's second-placed side are five points behind Arsenal, who travel to third-bottom West Ham on Sunday.”
Liverpool frustrated by Chelsea draw, Man Utd held at SunderlandManchester City was found guilty of over 100 breaches of Premier League financial rules involving "sham" sponsorship deals that inflated revenues and reduced costs by more than £900 million; City have appealed and proclaim their innocence, and face Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday in their first match since the verdict.
9 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City was found guilty of over 100 breaches of Premier League financial rules involving "sham" sponsorship deals that inflated revenues and reduced costs by more than £900 million; City have appealed and proclaim their innocence, and face Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday in their first match since the verdict.
9 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City have been found guilty of all but one of 115 Premier League charges for breaching financial regulations between 2009 and 2018, according to reports. No sanctions have been decided and the club is understood to be set to appeal.
25 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City went top of the Premier League after a 5-3 win over Sunderland on Sunday, with Enzo Fernandez scoring from a free-kick and Erling Haaland sealing the three points despite Brian Brobbey's hat-trick. Matheus Cunha rescued Manchester United from defeat at Fulham.
20 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Floyd Samba, 17, scored twice on his Manchester City debut in a 5-0 League Cup win over Norwich, helping set up a last 16 match against Brighton.
18 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Erling Haaland scored the winning goal as Manchester City defeated Manchester United 1-0 despite playing with 10 men after Phil Foden's first-half red card, with the goal controversy involving Enzo Fernandez's position. The victory extended Enzo Maresca's perfect start to his City reign while United manager Michael Carrick disputed the officiating.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Erling Haaland scored twice in Manchester City's 2-0 Champions League victory over Porto, with his second goal in stoppage time making him City's third highest goalscorer of all-time on 167 goals.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Jose Mourinho, now beginning his second stint at Real Madrid, faces his former club Inter Milan in the Champions League on Tuesday at the Bernabeu. Mourinho led Inter to Champions League glory in 2010 before joining Madrid, but neither he nor Inter have replicated that European success since.
7 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Erling Haaland's first-half header gave Manchester City a 1-0 victory over newly-promoted Coventry at the Etihad, maintaining the team's perfect start under manager Enzo Maresca despite an unconvincing performance that required late saves from goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
5 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Rayan Cherki scored a double as Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace 4-1 on Friday, with Erling Haaland also scoring in City's dominant display.
29 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi has become the most expensive teenager in Premier League history after joining Manchester City from Lille in a five-year deal worth 100 million euros (£85.6 million). The 18-year-old, who helped Morocco reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup, made 96 appearances for Lille after breaking into their first team at age 16.
27 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal, who won the Premier League for the first time in 22 years last season, face Coventry in the opening match of the new Premier League season on Friday. Manager Mikel Arteta said the team will embrace being "hunted" by rivals and is confident Arsenal can cope with the pressure of defending their title.
21 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Spain's World Cup-winning captain Rodri has completed his move to La Liga champions Barcelona from Manchester City on a deal running until 2030, with the transfer value reaching 76.5 million euros including bonuses after two failed bids.
19 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal beat Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield on Sunday, with goals from Riccardo Calafiori, Kai Havertz, and Martin Odegaard, as Mikel Arteta's side showcased their intent ahead of their Premier League title defence.
16 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City hired former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca on a three-year contract to manage the club after Pep Guardiola stepped down. Maresca's move was delayed by Chelsea's demand for a reported £17 million compensation package.
29 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Paris Saint-Germain won the UEFA Champions League for a second consecutive year, beating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the final on Saturday at the Puskas Arena in Budapest. Coach Luis Enrique said the victory was "even bigger" than their maiden European title.
30 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Paris Saint-Germain, after winning their maiden Champions League title last year by defeating Inter Milan 5-0, face Arsenal in Budapest aiming to retain the trophy. Manager Luis Enrique's side are favourites and have proven difficult to stop, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia describing the team as capable of beating any opponent when they play their way.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain meet in Saturday's Champions League final in a clash of styles—PSG with continental attacking prowess against Mikel Arteta's pragmatic, defensive Arsenal, who have conceded only six goals in 14 matches while PSG have let in 22.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Mohamed Salah played his final match for Liverpool on Sunday in a 1-1 draw with Brentford, leaving as the club's third-highest goalscorer of all-time with 257 goals after nine years at Anfield. The 33-year-old Egyptian winger provided an assist for Curtis Jones before being substituted.
25 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Erling Haaland won his third Premier League Golden Boot in four seasons at Manchester City, scoring 27 goals in 35 league appearances as City fell short in their bid to retain the title. Haaland joins Alan Shearer and Harry Kane as three-time winners.
24 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Tottenham must avoid defeat against Everton to guarantee Premier League survival as Pep Guardiola and Mohamed Salah prepare for departures. Liverpool, Bournemouth, Brighton, Brentford, Chelsea and Sunderland are also competing for European football places.
23 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Pep Guardiola announced Friday he will leave Manchester City at the end of the season after winning 20 trophies over a decade, including six Premier League titles and the club's first Champions League trophy. He will continue as a global ambassador for the City Football Group.
22 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal won their 14th English title after Manchester City drew 1-1 at Bournemouth, ending a drought since Arsene Wenger's unbeaten 2003/04 season. Manager Mikel Arteta, a former City assistant under Pep Guardiola, has restored the club to title contention after it finished 24 points behind City just four years ago.
20 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal were crowned Premier League champions on Tuesday after Manchester City were held 1-1 by Bournemouth, ending a 22-year drought. Mikel Arteta's side held off City's challenge to seal the title with one game to spare, with goalkeeper David Raya's performances and set-piece dominance identified as key factors in their success.
20 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal clinched the Premier League title after Manchester City drew 1-1 with Bournemouth on Tuesday, ending a 22-year wait for a top-flight championship and a six-year trophy drought under manager Mikel Arteta.
20 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The 2026 World Cup has attracted leading coaches to international positions, including Thomas Tuchel to England and Carlo Ancelotti to Brazil, reversing international football's typical struggles to compete with club football for top talent.
19 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Pep Guardiola is reportedly in his final days as Manchester City manager after a decade in charge, during which he won 20 trophies including six Premier League titles and the club's first Champions League. The 55-year-old Catalan has reshaped English football with City's unprecedented run of success, though the club has made no official announcement.
19 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Pep Guardiola is reported to step down as Manchester City manager after the club's final match against Aston Villa, ending a decade in charge during which he won 20 trophies including six Premier League titles and the club's first Champions League. Former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca is reportedly lined up to replace him.
19 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal beat Burnley 1-0 on Monday to open a five-point lead at the top of the Premier League, putting them on the brink of ending a 22-year wait for the title. The Gunners could be crowned champions as early as Tuesday if Manchester City fail to win at Bournemouth.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Pep Guardiola praised Jeremy Doku's "outstanding" performance after the winger scored in Manchester City's 3-0 victory over Brentford, keeping them two points behind Arsenal in the Premier League title race.
10 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Liverpool drew 1-1 with Chelsea at Anfield after Ryan Gravenberch's early goal was cancelled by Enzo Fernandez's free-kick, missing a chance to secure Champions League qualification. Manchester United were held to a goalless draw at Sunderland on Saturday.
9 May 2026 · The Namibian →