One on One from Sky Sports “I don’t believe in long-term goals!” Get to know one of the coaches of the season, Bournemouth’s Iraola
Mar 12, 2025
David Craig interviews Andoni Iraola, Bournemouth's successful manager known for his innovative approach to football. Iraola shares his unique perspective on avoiding long-term goals and adapting his coaching from Spain to the Premier League. He reflects on the club's warm atmosphere, his preference for cinema over concerts, and his literary admiration for Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. The conversation also touches on his coaching superstitions and the importance of team culture in their current stellar season.
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Interview with Iraola
- David Craig traveled to Bournemouth to interview Andoni Iraola for Sky Sports' One on One podcast.
- Iraola's success at Bournemouth, including a quarter-final FA Cup run, was highlighted.
Bournemouth's Approach
- Iraola was in Madrid when Bournemouth contacted him about the manager position.
- He was excited by the opportunity to manage in the Premier League, a long-held ambition.
Adapting to the Premier League
- Iraola had to adapt to the differences between English and Spanish football.
- The physicality and pace of the Premier League were a notable change.
