Man City boss Guardiola in stands for Brescia win over Pro Patria

Pep Guardiola provided an unexpected surprise at the Stadio Rigamonti on Sunday, turning up unannounced to watch third-tier side Union Brescia take on Pro Patria in Serie C, just 24 hours after Manchester City’s hard-fought 2-1 Premier League victory over Newcastle.

The Catalan coach has long maintained a deep affection for Brescia, and his visit was a personal one, arriving to celebrate the birthday of close friend Edoardo Piovani, the club manager of Giuseppe Pasini’s outfit.

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