Andoni Iraola

Join Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola, a tactical mastermind with an eye on European qualification, as he shares insights into modern football management. He discusses the exciting prospects for players like Dean Huijsen, rumored to attract Real Madrid's attention. Iraola emphasizes the balance of coaching and family life in the demanding football world, alongside the need for structured training. His unique strategies and visions not only aim to elevate the team but also make football an exhilarating experience for fans.

Andoni Iraola, AFC Bournemouth's head coach and former Athletic Club player, shares his journey from the Basque region to coaching in England. He reminisces about playing football with childhood friends Mikel Arteta and Xabi Alonso and the formative impact of managers like Marcelo Bielsa. Iraola discusses balancing family life with the demands of coaching, the lessons learned from his time in the USA, and his love for spontaneous family adventures. His ultimate ambition? Ensuring a stable and fulfilling life for his children beyond football.

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.