The Spaniard is shared in the Managers Asagers Association (Lma) Hall of Fame for reaching the milestone, with ex-Manchester United manager Sir Ferguson to reach the landmark “.
On Sunday, Guardiola and City come against a side of the liver that they appreciate a classic rival, because one of the two teams has won in the last eight seasons.
“I think we pushed Liverpool to be better and pushed us to be better, for sure,” Guardiola said.
“If I had to pick a rival for this personal milestone – I want to share it with many, many people – that would be the best.
“Because I’m in this country more than ever, the impact of Barcelona on my life as a ballboy, football player and manager is an incredible step.”
With 10 losses, the reds – along with Tottenham – are the side that Guardiola has suffered the most defeats against to the credit of former boss Jurgen Klopp.
The German is the manager he has faced the most in his career (31) and has also beaten Guardiola on the most occasions (11).
“Liverpool, especially Jurgen, is the biggest rival in this country,” he added. “It couldn’t be better, to be honest. The universe decided that. It’s nice to live it as long as we can.
“What happened in the Jurgen era means it’s the biggest because maybe after the first season the Premier League is between us and them.
“I’m always happy with this healthy opponent. I always feel how much we respect each other. Jurgen gives me a lot to do to test me.”