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Daniel Farke says he speaks to Pep Guardiola “a lot”(Image: DAVE THOMPSON\/POOL\/AFP via Getty Images)<\/p>\n
Daniel Farke has explained how he received a call from Pep Guardiola following Leeds United<\/a>\u2019s 5-0 defeat to Arsenal in August, ahead of Manchester City\u2019s own clash with the Gunners.<\/p>\n Leeds\u2019 first away game back in the Premier League was a crash back down to earth following the late 1-0 win over Everton on the opening day. \u201cThey were the better side. They had five shots on target and scored all five shots,\u201d Farke<\/a> said afterwards.<\/p>\n \u201cLong story short, when a team like Arsenal is on it, one of the most consistent teams in Europe, it\u2019s always difficult.<\/p>\n \u201cTheir first home game when everyone is fully on it and the new signings [Eberechi Eze] are presented before kick off and the stadium is buzzing – it\u2019s always difficult for a newly-promoted side.\u201d<\/p>\n Four weeks later, Manchester City would travel to the Emirates Stadium to face their title rivals in a game that ultimately finished 1-1. Ahead of that match, Farke received a call from Guardiola about Leeds’ trip to north London.<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cI still talk a lot with Pep,\u201d Farke told German podcast Spielmacher <\/a>\u201cThe last time he called and wanted to chat with me about Arsenal before his guys played against Arsenal.”<\/p>\n He jested: \u201cOK, are you crazy? We just played against Arsenal, lost 5-0 – what am I supposed to tell you about playing against Arsenal? And no one knows Mikel better than you, you have worked with him.<\/p>\n \u201cBut yes, if you have such appreciation from the best in your trade, it’s always good. I don’t like to talk about it publicly, because it always sounds so fishing for compliments.<\/p>\n Leeds United knock up to 50% off kits and merch<\/p>\n This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more<\/a> Various<\/p>\n Leeds United<\/p>\n Shop the sale here<\/a><\/p>\n Leeds United have slashed up to 50% off select kits and merch on their official club store, including this season’s home shirt.<\/p>\n \u201cI don’t have the feeling now, because I talk with Pep or Jurgen Klopp, that I’m a top coach. You can see what I do in our football life.<\/p>\n \u201cBut of course, if you have such appreciation from the best in your field, it’s always an acknowledgment. If someone asks you for advice, that’s great because they appreciate your opinion. That’s really one of the most beautiful compliments.\u201d<\/p>\n Read what Farke said about his working relationship with Red Bull\u2019s Head of Global Soccer Klopp here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Here at LeedsLive, we are dedicated to bringing you the best <\/strong>Leeds United<\/strong><\/a> coverage and analysis.<\/strong><\/p>\n Make sure you don’t miss out on the latest Leeds news by joining our free WhatsApp group. You can get all the breaking news and best analysis sent straight to your phone by clicking <\/strong>here<\/strong><\/a> to subscribe.<\/strong><\/p>\n![\"Content](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761574395_150_0_Untitled-10jpeg.jpg\")
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