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The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast

Foreign International Managers

Mar 20, 2025
Michael Cox, a football tactics writer, joins Mark Carey, a data analyst, and Duncan Alexander, a football writer, to discuss the intriguing role of foreign managers in international football. They reflect on the successes and failures of figures like Sven-Göran Eriksson and the Greek miracle of Euro 2004 under Otto Rehagel. The conversation also explores the evolving responsibilities of managers and the influence of cultural dynamics on coaching strategies, all spiced up with some humorous anecdotes and insights into team cohesion.
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  • The podcast discusses the impact of foreign international managers like Thomas Tuchel, reflecting on their legacies in modern football.
  • Hosts debate whether the successes of past foreign managers can still be applied to today's international teams and strategies.

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