‘They’re idiots’ – Man City boss Pep Guardiola gets an unlikely ally in Roy Keane following autograph hunters experience
Pep Guardiola has received unexpected backing from Roy Keane after the Manchester City manager’s fiery encounter with autograph hunters near his home. The incident, which saw Guardiola reprimanding a group of young fans for persistently asking him to sign shirts and memorabilia, sparked significant attention after footage went viral.
In the video, Guardiola could be seen admonishing the group, questioning their life choices, and urging them to focus on more productive endeavors. “Do you want to live your life doing this?” he asked, before adding, “Don’t come again. I won’t tell you again. I know your faces. Go to school and prepare yourself guys. You are young guys, so don’t be here, wasting time.”
Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, Roy Keane was quick to defend Guardiola’s stance. Keane, never one to mince words, referred to the autograph hunters as “an absolute nuisance.”
He explained how their persistent behavior has stripped the process of any genuine respect. “Years ago, if you wanted a jersey or a photograph, there was an element of respect. There isn’t that respect now,” he said.
Keane also expressed concern over the privacy breaches many high-profile individuals now face, pointing out the unsettling nature of people knowing where celebrities live. “Is that his house? It’s awful if they know where people are living now. They’re idiots, well done Pep,” he concluded.
The autograph hunters in question were believed to be seeking items to sell for profit, a practice that has drawn criticism from many in the sporting world.
Guardiola’s frustration reflects a growing concern among public figures about the lack of boundaries exhibited by some fans.
Roy Keane’s comments, as always, have added fuel to the conversation, sparking debate over whether such encounters cross the line of acceptable fan behavior. His support for Guardiola underscores the broader frustration among celebrities who often find themselves targeted by profiteers rather than genuine admirers.
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