The Athletic FC Podcast
Would Guardiola manage England?
Oct 14, 2024
Oli Kay, Senior football writer for The Athletic, and Sam Lee, Manchester City writer, explore the intriguing idea of Pep Guardiola managing England amid his contract uncertainty at City. They debate whether Guardiola's tactical genius could elevate England on the international stage. The duo also discusses the FA's ongoing search for a new manager following Gareth Southgate's exit, pointing to potential candidates like Lee Carsley and the dynamics involved in attracting top-tier talent to lead the national team.
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- Guardiola's potential interest in managing England adds complexity to the FA's ongoing search for a permanent national team manager.
- The challenges of replacing Guardiola at Manchester City highlight the importance of succession planning amid ongoing financial scrutiny.
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England's Managerial Search Confusion
The process of finding a permanent manager for the England national football team has become increasingly complicated. Initially, there was some belief that Lee Carsley might take over, but his recent performances have led many to doubt his suitability. Following a disappointing game against Greece, where his unconventional lineup failed to deliver, public speculation has intensified about possible alternative candidates. As the FA's search remains largely undisclosed, fans and analysts alike are left wondering who will ultimately lead the team into the next World Cup qualification campaign.
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