Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola are two of the greatest managers in the world – but who has the better head-to-head Premier League record?
The two will meet for the very last time in England’s elite division on Sunday March, 10. The Klopp vs Guardiola rivalry has provided plenty of thrilling moments over the years.
This weekend’s colossal showdown between Liverpool and Manchester City will be no different. One of the most intense title races is unfolding and the result at Anfield will likely prove pivotal.
At the time of writing, Klopp’s side has a one point advantage over Pep’s champions. Ever since the duo have served in the Premier League, six of the last seven titles have ended up in Manchester or Merseyside.
Klopp and Pep’s Premier League rivalry started back in 2016. And it’s fair to say, there have been some classic encounters between the pair since.
In this article, we will take a look back at the head-to-head Premier League record for Klopp vs Guardiola. We will also look at their best signings and overall trophy haul since they’ve been employed in England.
Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City Trophies
On July 1, 2016, Pep Guardiola was hired as Manchester City’s new manager. The Spaniard arrived at the Etihad with a glowing reputation after his many successes at Bayern Munich and Barcelona.
Fans, pundits and players all considered Guardiola to be the best manager in the world – and those theories have proven to be right over the last eight years.
The City boss has won 16 trophies including the treble in 2022/23. Furthermore, Guardiola has won the Premier League Manager of the Season award four times.
Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City Trophies Summary
- Premier League (5)
- FA Cup (2)
- League Cup (4)
- Community Shield (2)
- Champions League (1)
- Super Cup (1)
- Club World Cup (1)
Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool Trophies
German boss Jurgen Klopp replaced Brendan Rodgers in October 2015 with Liverpool going through a transitional period. Since then, Klopp has enjoyed huge successes at Anfield.
Like Guardiola, Klopp arrived on Merseyside with a fine reputation after he led old club Borussia Dortmund to two Budesliga titles and a Champions League final.
During his nine years as the Reds manager, Klopp has won eight major trophies and has been named as the Premier League Manager of the Season twice.
Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool Trophies Summary
- Premier League (1)
- FA Cup (1)
- League Cup (2)
- Community Shield (1)
- Champions League (1)
- Super Cup (1)
- Club World Cup (1)
Pep Guardiola’s Best Manchester City Signings
Manchester City are the envy of clubs across the world with the riches they have available for acquiring new signings. Pep Guardiola has certainly bought some of the planet’s finest players to the Etihad in his time at the club.
Who are Guardiola’s best Manchester City signings? The likes of Ederson, John Stones, Rodri, Bernardo Silva, Riyad Mahrez and Ilkay Gundogan all spring to mind.
However, a certain Norwegian goalscoring sensation has to be Guardiola’s best signing. Of course, we are referring to record-breaking striker Erling Haaland.
Guardiola’s Ten Best Man City Signings
- Riyad Mahrez from Leicester for £60m
- Ruben Dias from Benfica for £61.6m
- Kyle Walker from Tottenham for £50m
- Leroy Sane from Schalke for £37m
- John Stones from Everton for £47.5m
- Ederson from Benfica for £34.7m
- Rodri from Atletico for £62.8m
- Bernardo Silva from Monaco for £43.5m
- Ilkay Gundogan from Dortmund for £20m
- Erling Haaland from Dortmund for £52m
Jurgen Klopp’s Best Liverpool Signings
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp may not have had the same level of funding as his rival Pep Guardiola – but he has certainly spent big and spent well.
The sale of Philippe Coutinho in 2018 went a long way in providing Klopp with the finances he needed to compete with Manchester City. The German has been absolutely clinical in the transfer market.
Sadio Mane, Alisson, Andy Robertson, Gini Wijnaldum, Virgil van Dijk, Fabinho, Joel Matip and Diogo Jota have all been hugely successful at Anfield. Nonetheless, the transfer of Mo Salah is easily Klopp’s finest.
Klopp’s Ten Best Liverpool Signings
- Joel Matip from Schalke for £0
- Diogo Jota from Wolves for £41m
- Ibrahima Konate from Leipzig for £36m
- Gini Wijnaldum from Newcastle for £23m
- Fabinho from Monaco for £39m
- Andy Robertson from Hull for £10m
- Sadio Mane from Southampton for £34m
- Alisson from Roma for £66.8m
- Virgil van Dijk from Southampton for £75m
- Mo Salah from Roma for £36.5m
Klopp Vs Guardiola H2H Premier League Record
Who leads the Jurgen Klopp vs Pep Guardiola head-to-head Premier League record? Since their first meeting in 2016, Klopp has won four times in England’s top flight.
Guardiola has gotten the better of the German boss on five occasions. They have shared the spoils in the Premier League six times – including the reverse fixture earlier this season.
Not only would it be quite fitting that Klopp beats Guardiola on their last meeting, it would mean the honours are equal which further highlights just how close it’s gone over the years.
Klopp Vs Guardiola H2H Premier League Results Summary
- Manchester City 1-1 Liverpool – 2023/24
- Manchester City 4-1 Liverpool – 2022/23
- Liverpool 1-0 Manchester City – 2022/23
- Manchester City 2-2 Liverpool – 2021/22
- Liverpool 2-2 Manchester City – 2021/22
- Liverpool 1-4 Manchester City – 2020/21
- Manchester City 1-1 Liverpool – 2020/21
- Manchester City 4-0 Liverpool – 2019/20
- Liverpool 3-1 Manchester City – 2019/20
- Manchester City 2-1 Liverpool – 2018/19
- Liverpool 0-0 Manchester City – 2018/19
- Liverpool 4-3 Manchester City – 2017/18
- Manchester City 5-0 Liverpool – 2017/18
- Manchester City 1-1 Liverpool – 2016/17
- Liverpool 1-0 Manchester City – 2016/17
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