Here’s a detailed comparison of Mikel Arteta and Pep Guardiola, including their age, height, salary, former clubs, and total cups won:
| Aspect | Mikel Arteta | Pep Guardiola |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 42 (born March 26, 1982) | 53 (born January 18, 1971) |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) |
| Salary | £8.3 million annually | £20 million annually |
| Former Clubs | Player: Paris Saint-Germain, Rangers, Real Sociedad, Everton, Arsenal | Player: Barcelona, Roma, Brescia, Al-Ahli |
| Coaching History | Manager: Arsenal (2019–present); Assistant: Manchester City (2016–2019) | Manager: Barcelona (2008–2012), Bayern Munich (2013–2016), Manchester City (2016–present) |
| Total Cups Won | – Player: 6 major trophies – Manager: 4 major trophies (as of 2024) | – Player: 16 major trophies – Manager: 35+ major trophies (as of 2024) |
Detailed Breakdown of Cups Won
Mikel Arteta:
- As a Player:
- 2 FA Cups with Arsenal (2014, 2015)
- 2 FA Community Shields
- Scottish Premier League and Scottish League Cup with Rangers
- As a Manager:
- FA Cup (2019–20)
- 2 FA Community Shields (2020, 2023)
Pep Guardiola:
- As a Player:
- 6 La Liga titles, 1 Champions League, 2 Copa del Rey trophies with Barcelona
- Numerous domestic and international cups
- As a Manager:
- Barcelona: 14 trophies, including 3 La Liga titles and 2 Champions Leagues
- Bayern Munich: 7 trophies, including 3 Bundesliga titles
- Manchester City: Over 14 trophies, including 5 Premier League titles and 1 Champions League (2023)
Both managers are highly influential, with Guardiola recognized as Arteta’s mentor during their time at Manchester City. Their tactical philosophies emphasize control, pressing, and creative attacking football.
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