Pep Guardiola has voiced his deep anger over what he calls the unacceptable killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, equating Pretti’s death to witnessing a nurse in the NHS gunned down in broad daylight.
The Manchester City manager emphasized the importance of ongoing dialogue to foster a better society, expressing his sorrow at witnessing what he labeled genocide in Gaza, as well as in Ukraine and Sudan.
While figures like former President Donald Trump and his administration have attempted to justify Pretti’s death at the hands of ICE—labeling the 37-year-old nurse a “domestic terrorist” or an “insurrectionist”—Guardiola firmly stated it’s impossible to justify this killing.
Renee Good, a mother of three, was also fatally shot last month by ICE in Minnesota, prompting Guardiola to declare: “Look what happened in the United States of America. Renee Good and Alex Pretti have lost their lives.”
“Imagine [a nurse in] the NHS, surrounded by five or six people, firing 10 shots. How can anyone justify that? If you do something wrong, you should face the consequences.”
“In this age of technology, with all our advancements, humanity should be better than ever. We can achieve incredible things, yet we still harm one another. For what reason? When I see these images, it pains me. It truly hurts. That’s why I will continue to speak out for a better society.”
Guardiola recently addressed a rally in Barcelona, advocating for Palestinian children in Gaza, passionately arguing that the evidence in front of us cannot be ignored.
He added: “Never in the history of humanity have we had such clear information before us: the genocide in Palestine, the events in Ukraine, and the crises in Sudan—these are our collective issues as human beings.”
“We are able to see it today, while in the past, this was not possible. It pains me deeply. Whether it’s one side or the other, the desire to inflict harm on another nation disturbs me. It’s not a matter of position. Every instance where thousands of innocent lives are taken genuinely moves me.”
“I have many friends from diverse backgrounds and nations, but defending an idea that leads to mass casualties is something I cannot accept. If we can witness such destruction, how can anyone remain indifferent? Every day we see images of families—mothers, fathers, kids—whose lives are shattered.”
Guardiola expressed that humanitarian aid holds more significance than the motivations behind the violence.
He explained, “Those who flee their countries, braving dangerous seas for safety—don’t question their deeds; instead, save them. It’s an issue of humanity. Lives are at stake. Helping others and protecting life is our only priority. This isn’t just for certain regions but for all corners of the globe.”
