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Marcelo Bielsa
Brand:
Minifigs.me
Year:
2021
Theme:
Sports
Notes:
Flesh or yellow skin
Biography:
Marcelo Bielsa, born July 21, 1955, is an Argentine football manager and former player. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential and innovative coaches in the sport.
Bielsa's playing career was relatively unremarkable, but he quickly distinguished himself as a coach. He began his managerial career in Argentina, leading Newell's Old Boys to two league titles in the early 1990s.
He has managed several national teams, including Argentina and Chile, achieving considerable success with the latter, guiding them to the 2010 World Cup after a 12-year absence. Bielsa is renowned for his meticulous tactical preparations and high-pressing, attacking style of play.
At club level, notable achievements include managing Athletic Bilbao to the finals of both the Copa del Rey and the UEFA Europa League in 2012. Most recently, he guided Leeds United back to the Premier League after a 16-year absence, winning the Championship title in 2020. He is admired for his commitment to developing young players and his unwavering principles, often prioritizing sporting integrity over commercial success.
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