Guardiola led City to their fourth consecutive Premier League victory this year, battling off competition from Arsenal to extend their lead at the top of the table.
Guardiola was named manager of the year by fans and an expert panel, beating out Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta, Liverpool’s Jurgen Klopp, Aston Villa’s Unai Emery, and Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola, all of whom Guardiola praised in his acceptance speech.
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“I want to share it, yes, oh yes! Especially with Mikel for the incredible job he has done until the last game, bringing us to our limits,” said Guardiola. Reported By Super Sport.
“Of course, for Jurgen, for the unforgettable battles for many, many years. And Unai Emery, making something unbelievable again to bring Aston Villa to the Champions League.
“And Andoni Iraola, with Bournemouth, being his first season in the Premier League, doing what he has done, coming back from the tough start of the season.
“It is an honour to be alongside all of them and to win this trophy. We will defend this award as best as possible in the future.”
Guardiola has won the Premier League Manager of the Season title five times, consolidating his position as second all-time.
Sir Alex Ferguson of Manchester United tops the way with 11 individual honours, followed by Jose Mourinho and Arsene Wenger, who each have three.
Catching Ferguson in the standings is difficult, especially given Guardiola’s suggestion that next season could be his last at the Etihad.
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