In a recent appearance on the show “Le Club du Dimanche” on beIN Sports, Eto’o didn’t hold back, asserting that Guardiola was never a great player and emphasizing his own contributions to Barcelona’s success during his tenure at the club.
Eto’o recounted an incident where he scored three goals in just twenty minutes against Chivas, suggesting that Guardiola underestimated his abilities. He also criticized Guardiola’s coaching style, claiming that the coach lacked respect for football traditions and failed to acknowledge Eto’o’s expertise as a striker.
Furthermore, Eto’o revealed that Guardiola once suggested he consider playing in Uzbekistan for six months, to which Eto’o responded defiantly, asserting his value to the team. He also claimed that Guardiola avoided direct confrontation and lacked the courage to address issues face-to-face.
These remarks from Eto’o add another chapter to the ongoing saga of tensions between him and Guardiola, highlighting the complexities of their relationship during their time together at Barcelona.
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