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Guardiola feeling his age as he prepares for reunion

AFP
Saturday, Mar 18, 2023

LONDON: Pep Guardiola says managing against Vincent Kompany makes him feel old as the Manchester City manager prepares to face his former captain, now in charge of Burnley, in the FA Cup quarter-finals.

Kompany, who left City after more than a decade’s service in 2019, has made a huge impact since taking charge of second-tier Burnley last year.

“He was an incredible figure here,” said Guardiola, 52, whose club hosts the Championship side on Saturday. “He is one of the biggest legends I have had.