29.01.2026 16:50
Moments when Pep Guardiola playfully slapped Okan Buruk's cheek after the Manchester City–Galatasaray match became a hot topic on social media.
In the final week of the UEFA Champions League group stage, Galatasaray lost 2-0 away to Manchester City. After the match, the dialogue between coaches Pep Guardiola and Okan Buruk drew attention.
After the final whistle, the two coaches had a brief conversation on the field. During this time, moments when Pep Guardiola playfully tapped Okan Buruk on the cheek were captured by cameras.
IT BECAME A TREND ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Guardiola's heartfelt gesture quickly spread on social media and received numerous comments. Football fans regarded these friendly images between the two coaches as the gentlemanly face of the sport.