"As it happens, Pep Guardiola will be in a managerial dugout for the 1000th time in his career when Manchester City welcome Liverpool to the Etihad on Sunday."
"Guardiola has frequently named former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp as his greatest rival - the two had fought fierce battle in Germany too, as Klopp's Borussia Dortmund continuously challenged Bayern Munich in every competition."
""It was a pleasure and an honour to face you" 🤝 Jurgen Klopp pays tribute to Pep Guardiola reaching 1000 games in management 👏 pic.twitter.com/lMcDkSfSm7 - Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) November 8, 2025"
Pep Guardiola will manage his 1000th match when Manchester City host Liverpool at the Etihad on Sunday. Guardiola has frequently described former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp as his greatest rival. The rivalry extended to Germany, where Klopp's Borussia Dortmund continuously challenged Bayern Munich across competitions. Klopp reciprocates the sentiment and demonstrates mutual respect toward Guardiola. Klopp publicly paid tribute on social media, writing 'It was a pleasure and an honour to face you' as Guardiola reached 1000 matches in management. Both managers' careers have been defined by tactical battles and sustained competition at the highest level.
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