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Guardiola showcased his managerial prowess at Barcelona, effectively utilizing the talents of Messi and esteemed Arsenal veteran Thierry Henry. Additionally, he orchestrated the reunion of former Barcelona defender Gerard Pique, repurchasing him from Manchester United. Notably, Guardiola also recognized the potential in Sergio Busquets and elevated him to the first team, an act that would later establish him as a beloved figure among local fans.

Employing his possession-oriented tiki-taka playing philosophy, Guardiola guided Barcelona to secure the La Liga championship, ending a drought of three seasons without the coveted title. However, the former Barcelona player did not rest on his laurels at this point.

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