GUARDIOLA

“Pep Guardiola i Sala”, born 18 January 1971 in Santpedor, Barcelona. Is a Spanish football manager and former player.

Guardiola played as a defensive midfielder and spent the majority of his playing career with Barcelona, whom he currently manages.

He was part of Johan Cruyff's dream team that won Barcelona's first European Cup.

After, Guardiola became coach of Barcelona B. Before, Barcelona president Laporta announced that Guardiola would succeed Frank Rijkaard as the first team manager.

He signed his contract on 5 June 2008. In his first season as manager, Barcelona won the treble of La Liga, the Copa del Rey and the Champions League. In doing so, Guardiola became the youngest UEFA Champions League winning manager ever.

The following season, Guardiola and Barcelona won the Supercopa de España, the UEFA Super Cup, and the FIFA Club World Cup, bringing the manager's tally to a perfect six trophies in six competitions.

My team is Real Madrid, but I recognize that Pep Guardiola as a best and great coach, who gives everything for his team.

I commend this man for his effort, sincerity and humility. It is an example.