Pep Guardiola Partners with Visa to Offer Exclusive Football Experiences for Cardholders

Visa, a global leader in digital payments, has unveiled a two-year partnership with renowned football manager Pep Guardiola. The collaboration aims to celebrate the power of small steps in achieving greatness while delivering unique experiences for Visa cardholders and football fans in [Nigeria].

Guardiola, celebrated for his transformative leadership at top clubs like Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City, will work with Visa to provide fans with unforgettable opportunities. Cardholders will gain access to exclusive meet-and-greet events, a chance to attend a FIFA World Cup 2026 match alongside Guardiola, and opportunities to win personally signed memorabilia by the legendary coach.

“Today, I’m proud to join Visa on a mission to delight football fans,” said Guardiola. “Visa and I share a common goal of crafting unforgettable experiences. In the world of sports, we are always striving to create memorable moments that can last a lifetime – and I look forward to doing just that through this partnership.”

Tarek Abdalla, Visa’s Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (CEMEA), expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration. “We are delighted to join forces with Pep Guardiola, a giant of the game, who is admired around the world for redefining how football is played and building some of the most successful teams of the modern era.”

Abdalla added, “Pep embodies the power of small steps, demonstrating that consistent, incremental progress can lead to monumental achievements. His philosophy aligns perfectly with Visa’s mission of helping individuals and businesses move one step closer to who they want to be.”

Guardiola, widely regarded as one of the greatest football managers in history, has led Manchester City to six Premier League titles and holds records for the most consecutive league wins in La Liga, the Bundesliga, and the Premier League. He is also the only manager to win the European treble twice in men’s football.

As a pioneer in digital payments, Visa continues to empower individuals, merchants, and businesses by providing innovative solutions and services that help them achieve their goals. The partnership with Guardiola underscores Visa’s belief that small, consistent steps can lead to significant achievements, enabling individuals and businesses to realize their dreams—one tap, swipe, or click at a time.