Pep plays Xavi-Iniesta-Sergio-Cesc for the simple reason that the 2010 defeat vs Inter must not be repeated. simple as. Cesc must learn to adapt his game, and so must the brilliant trio.
growing pains short term, great results long term.
Guardiola: "Goal Messi disallowed for offside? We haven't been able to see it, apparently the Spanish tv didn't give a replay."
where did you get thatGuardiola plans to continue another season, take a year off, and then coach a team in Italy or England. He could return to Barça later. [ec]
Guardiola plans to continue another season, take a year off, and then coach a team in Italy or England. He could return to Barça later. [ec]
if you look at pics of Pep during his first season to now you can see that his hair is more grey and he looks more tired. this job has taken it's toll on him. as much as it would break my heart, I wouldn't be surprised if this is in fact the case.
man's a fucking genius.