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Game of two halves: how Guardiola became champion of dugout style

Manchester City boss went from dressing like an overgrown schoolboy to relaxing the unwritten manager dress code

Game of two halves: how Guardiola became champion of dugout style

TL;DR

  • Pep Guardiola is considered the undisputed champion of dugout style in the Premier League.
  • He relaxed the traditional manager dress code, moving away from suits and tracksuits.
  • Guardiola's style evolved to include blouson jackets, designer trainers, and fashionable trousers.
  • His fashion choices, including a 'lucky' grey cardigan and a checked shirt, became talking points and influenced trends.
  • He credited his then-wife, Cristina Serra, for helping him transition from a 'disaster' to an 'elegant' dresser.