The landmark occasion has prompted congratulations from legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson, who lauded Guardiola's enduring impact on the sport. Speaking on behalf of the League Managers Association, Ferguson, who himself managed over 2,000 games, welcomed Guardiola to the prestigious LMA Hall of Fame 1,000 Club.

With his 1,000th game set to come on Sunday — against Liverpool, no less — this is the story of his very first match as a manager