After a sharp criticism of club World Cup
“I understand him”: coach star jumps to the side of Klopp
30.06.2025 – 9:47 a.m.Reading time: 1 min.
The club World Cup can get out of Jürgen Klopp little. With his criticism he is not alone – but rather has a prominent supporter.
Pep Guardiola has understood to understand Jürgen Klopp’s sharp criticism of the bloated club World Cup. The Manchester City trainer reacted to statements by the former Liverpool coach at the ongoing tournament in the USA-and struck similar tones.
“When the players and coaches rest, you have more quality,” said Guardiola. It was therefore not surprising that Klopp had described the expansion of the format as “the worst idea that was ever implemented in football”. Guardiola emphasized: “I understand him and respect him. I have an incredible relationship with Jürgen.”
With a view to their time together in the Premier League, Guardiola recalled that they often fought side by side, “to” improve the game plan and to improve quality “. He could understand the arguments of his long -term rival, said Guardiola. He would defend her as well.
At the same time, the Spaniard was proud to be represented with Manchester City at the club World Cup. “It’s also a job,” he said. And further: “We follow FIFA, UEFA, Premier League, the series A … The coaches do not organize the competitions, everyone has their role.” Manchester City meets Al-Hilal in the round of 16 of the competition on the night from Monday to Tuesday.