Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has expressed his interest in managing a national team at prestigious tournaments like the FIFA World Cup, European Championship, or Copa America.
Despite his focus solely on club football throughout his distinguished career, Guardiola has achieved remarkable success with renowned clubs such as Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City.
Guardiola gained prominence during his tenure at Barcelona, securing three consecutive La Liga titles and two UEFA Champions League triumphs between 2008 and 2012.
After a brief break, he took charge of Bayern Munich, maintaining their Bundesliga dominance but falling short in the Champions League.
Since joining Manchester City in 2016, Guardiola has guided the club to domestic and continental success, including a historic treble last season.
With five out of the last six Premier League titles under his belt, Guardiola aims to achieve an unprecedented fourth consecutive league title.
Alongside his club ambitions, Guardiola aspires to lead a national team at a major tournament, emphasizing his desire to experience such prestigious competitions.
He acknowledges that for this dream to materialize, he would need an invitation from a national team, similar to securing a club managerial position.
While winning a World Cup has not been his primary goal, Guardiola envisions the enriching experience of leading a national team during a major tournament.
Any potential venture into international management may have to wait until after Guardiola’s current contract with Manchester City expires in 2025.
Despite his remarkable success in club football, which includes 37 titles, Guardiola remains open to exploring new challenges on the international stage.
As for Manchester City’s immediate future, the team continues to excel in the ongoing campaign, positioning themselves strongly as they approach the crucial phase of the season.
Currently trailing Premier League leaders Liverpool by four points with a game in hand, Guardiola’s side remains in contention for another league title.
Additionally, their progress in the Champions League and FA Cup further underscores their pursuit of back-to-back trebles. Following a hard-fought victory over Brentford, Manchester City’s upcoming fixture against Bournemouth presents another opportunity to maintain their stellar form in pursuit of silverware.
