People talk about tactics, but when you look at it, tactics are just players. You change things so that the team can get the most out of the skills they have to offer, but you don't go any further than that.
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There are teams that wait for you and teams that look for you: Espanyol look for you. I feel very close to their style of football.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Pep Guardiola expresses his appreciation for the football style of Espanyol, emphasizing the difference between teams that passively await players and those actively seeking them.
In this quote, Pep Guardiola highlights the proactive nature of Espanyol as a football club that actively seeks talent, contrasting it with teams that are more passive in their recruitment approach. This statement reflects his respect for the club's philosophy and style of play, indicating that he resonates with their dynamics and ethos on the field.
Themes
FootballTeamworkStyleEspanyolGuardiola
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a sports interview to discuss team dynamics.
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