Yes, once. Manuel Pellegrini won the 2013/14 Premier League in his first season at Manchester City, finishing on 86 points, two ahead of Liverpool, and he became the first manager from outside Europe to win the title.
When the title came
Pellegrini's Premier League title came in his first year in charge of Manchester City. He spent three years at the club in total.
The lead at the top changed hands 25 times, City were first for only 15 days across the full season, then moved above Liverpool in Matchweek 37, finished with five straight wins, and sealed the title by beating West Ham United 2-0 in the last match.
The top four that season
Here are the top four teams from that Premier League season.
| Position | Club | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester City | 86 |
| 2 | Liverpool | 84 |
| 3 | Chelsea | 82 |
| 4 | Arsenal | 79 |
What that title means in Premier League history
Pellegrini's win carries two clear historical markers. He was the first coach from outside Europe to win the Premier League, and he is one of 13 managers to have won the competition.
Within Manchester City's own title history, he is also one of only three managers to win the Premier League with the club, alongside Roberto Mancini and Pep Guardiola.
Other key facts from that season
Manchester City scored 102 league goals that year, the highest total in the division. Liverpool's Luis Suarez scored 31 goals to finish as the season's top scorer and was named Player of the Season.
The Manager of the Season award did not go to Pellegrini. It went to Tony Pulis of Crystal Palace.
FAQ
When did Pellegrini win the Premier League?
He won it in 2013/14. It was his first season as Manchester City manager.
How many Premier League titles does Pellegrini have?
He has one Premier League title. It came with Manchester City in 2013/14.
Who was the first manager from outside Europe to win the Premier League?
It was Manuel Pellegrini. He became the first when he won the title with Manchester City in 2013/14.
Which managers have won the Premier League with Manchester City?
Three managers have done it: Roberto Mancini, Manuel Pellegrini and Pep Guardiola. Pellegrini's title was the one won in his first season at the club.