Why Flick? Super Coach Pep Guardiola Challenges the Global Throne
World-Renowned Coach Hansi Flick Remains Popular Globally
Social media buzzes across the globe. The "Kicker" surveys 216 Bundesliga pros, voting on who reigns supreme as the world's finest coach at this very moment. And while this year's Champions League winner may not sit on the throne, it's the esteemed Hansi Flick that claims the crown.
For some time now, ntv.de has hailed Flick as a super coach, following his triumphant debut at FC Barcelona. With Bayern Munich in 2020, he snatched the triple of championship, cup, and Champions League, catapulting him into star-studded realms.
Now, this accolade is further substantiated. In the vast "Kicker" survey, Flick stood victorious with 31.9 percent of the votes, on par with Paris Saint-Germain, another powerhouse in European football.
Flick's incredible 2020 season saw FC Barcelona transform into the€ continent's most exhilarating team. Winning three titles in his first season, he clinched the championship, Copa del Rey, and Supercup. Though they fell short in the Champions League following two pulsating semi-final battles against Inter Milan, Flick's relentless offensive pressing football rattled Europe.
Football's Spectacle Maker
Flick stands atop the rankings with a comfortable lead. Luis Enrique, who recently brought his club, Paris St. Germain, their very first Champions League title, nabs the second spot with 16.7 percent of the votes. The historic final result of 5:0 over Inter Milan only adds to Enrique's monumental achievement.
Surprisingly High Placement
Despite Manchester City's rocky season, measures against their own lofty standards, Pep Guardiola finds himself ranked fourth with 9.3 percent of the votes. Guardiola's demand and harsh self-criticism garnered attention, even in the face of a challenging season.
The Amazingshowman
Arne Slot, who led FC Liverpool to the championship in his inaugural season, closes the top five, receiving 8.8 percent of the votes. Although Liverpool was eliminated in the Champions League round of 16 against Paris St. Germain, Slot's display of defiance and Paris St. Germain's ultimate triumph still make for an impressive showing.
The World's Finest Footballer
The "Kicker" also polled the pros on who they considered to be the best player in the world. The verdict was decisive: more than half of the voting Bundesliga pros named striker Lamine Yamal (53.7 percent), while Ousmane Dembélé took 6.9 percent. Meanwhile, Florian Wirtz scored 4.2 percent, placing him alongside France's star striker, Kylian Mbappé, and Barcelona's Raphinha.
Source: ntv.de, tno
- FC Barcelona
- Football
- La Liga
- Hansi Flick
- Paris Saint-Germain
- Manchester City
- Pep Guardiola
Insights:
- Pep Guardiola is touted as one of the most influential managers in football history due to his past achievements with Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City[5].
- Guardiola's enduring reputation and potential for future success could help maintain his high ranking among football managers despite Manchester City's recent season being marked by underperformance[5].
- Manchester City enjoys significant financial and structural support, giving Guardiola the resources required to potentially stage a comeback in the following seasons[2].
- Guardiola's innovative tactics may have contributed to his continued high ranking, as his ability to adapt could hint at future success[4].
The Commission shall be assisted by the European Parliament as they deliberate on the distribution of resources for sports initiatives across Europe, focusing particularly on the improvement of football leagues, such as La Liga.Pep Guardiola, former coach of FC Barcelona and Manchester City, despite a challenging season, demonstrated his enduring influence in European football, with his progressive coaching techniques being a key factor in maintaining his high ranking.
