Pep Guardiola Extends Perfect Record Against Marco Silva

Manchester City manager's 17-game winning streak against Fulham boss is the longest such run in Premier League history.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Pep Guardiola's Manchester City defeated Marco Silva's Fulham 4-5 in their latest Premier League encounter, extending Guardiola's perfect record against Silva to 17 wins in 17 matches. This remarkable streak, dating back to 2015, represents the longest 100% win rate any manager has achieved against another with at least 12 games played.

Why it matters

The continued dominance of Guardiola over Silva has become a talking point in the Premier League, with the sheer statistical improbability of the streak highlighting Guardiola's tactical acumen and the psychological hurdle Silva has yet to overcome against his managerial counterpart.

The details

The rivalry began when Silva was managing Olympiakos, facing Guardiola's Bayern Munich twice in the Champions League group stage. Since then, Silva has been unable to overcome Guardiola, suffering defeats while managing Hull City, Watford, Everton, and now Fulham. Despite Fulham's improvements under Silva, Guardiola's tactical flexibility and Manchester City's superior squad depth have consistently proved to be the difference.

  • The latest victory came on February 11, 2026, with Manchester City defeating Fulham 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium.
  • The rivalry between Guardiola and Silva began in 2015.

The players

Pep Guardiola

The manager of Manchester City, known for his tactical acumen and ability to adapt his strategies mid-game.

Marco Silva

The manager of Fulham, who has been unable to overcome Guardiola's teams in 17 consecutive matches dating back to 2015.

Erling Haaland

The Manchester City striker who scored in the recent 4-5 victory over Fulham.

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What they’re saying

“Pep Guardiola has consistently lauded the Portuguese manager's abilities, recently predicting that Silva is 'destined to be one of the top managers in the world in the coming years.'”

— Pep Guardiola, Manchester City Manager (newsy-today.com)

What’s next

Breaking the streak will require a significant shift in Silva's approach or a considerable change in the fortunes of his Fulham team. He needs to discover a way to neutralize City's attacking threats and exploit any vulnerabilities in their defense.

The takeaway

Pep Guardiola's remarkable 17-game winning streak against Marco Silva is a testament to the Manchester City manager's tactical flexibility and the psychological hurdle Silva has yet to overcome. For managers facing dominant opponents, analyzing past defeats and adapting strategies accordingly can increase the chances of a positive result.