# “Guardiola is approaching Alex Ferguson’s historic record.”

- URL: https://apitofinal.pt/en/internacional-en/guardiola-is-approaching-the-historic-record-of-alex-ferguson/
- Published: 2026-03-24T11:33:14+00:00
- Updated: 2026-07-03T22:03:17+00:00
- Publisher: Apito Final (apitofinal.pt)
- Section: Internacional
- Tags: Alex Ferguson, Arsenal, Manchester City, Pep Guardiola, Taça da Liga

## Key points

- Guardiola conquistou a Taça da Liga inglesa com o Manchester City, vencendo o Arsenal por 2-0 em Wembley.
- Com este triunfo, chegou aos 40 troféus na carreira e tornou-se o treinador mais bem-sucedido da história da competição.
- Está agora a um passo de igualar o recorde de Alex Ferguson, considerado até aqui inatingível.

## Article

Pep Guardiola, the Catalan strategist who has dominated European football, is now one step away from matching one of the greatest icons in the sport: Alex Ferguson. With the recent triumph in the League Cup, which he celebrated exuberantly at Wembley alongside his daughter, Guardiola not only reached the impressive milestone of 40 trophies in his career but also became the most successful manager in the history of this competition, surpassing legends such as Brian Clough, José Mourinho, and, of course, Ferguson himself.

“A fifth League Cup in 10 years is not too bad. Every time you win a title, it feels harder than before. It is really difficult for many reasons,” reflected Guardiola after the thrilling final, where Manchester City secured victory over Arsenal with a solid 2-0. The manager’s words resonate with the constant pressure he faces in the pursuit of more achievements, in a sporting landscape where competitiveness only tends to increase.

Guardiola’s trajectory has been marked by impressive dominance, and each trophy won is a testament to his tactical vision and ability to motivate players. With this fifth League Cup, the Catalan manager further solidifies his legacy while drawing closer to Ferguson’s record, which has long been considered unattainable. The relentless pursuit of more titles places Guardiola in the spotlight and under critical scrutiny, where every game and every decision are meticulously analyzed.

Fans of [Manchester City](https://apitofinal.pt/internacional/arsenal-recebe-noticia-animadora-sobre-lesoes-que-pode-mudar-a-temporada/) and football enthusiasts in general are keeping a close eye on their upcoming moves, as Guardiola continues to write his story in the sport during an era where expectations are as high as his determination. What lies ahead for this football master? One thing is certain: the battle for more trophies is far from over, and Guardiola is ready to face any challenge that comes his way.

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