Arsène Wenger

Description: (French Former Football Manager and Player)

Arsène Wenger is a famous French football manager. He joined the ‘English Premier League’ (EPL) club ‘Arsenal’ as its manager in 1996 and has since become the longest-serving manager of the club. He has helped ‘Arsenal’ ace several tournaments. He is credited with leading his team to more victories than any other ‘EPL’ manager ever. Arsène was born and raised in France and was introduced to football by his father, who was the coach of a local team. Arsène played football in the 1970s but did not have an eventful football career. He acquired his manager’s diploma in 1981. As a manager, he started his career with the French team ‘Nancy’ and then went on to manage ‘AS Monaco.’ He then managed the Japanese team ‘Nagoya Grampus Eight’ for a brief period of time. In 1996, he joined ‘Arsenal,’ and the association brought the ‘EPL’ team significant wins in a number of key competitions. ‘Arsenal’ remained undefeated in the 2004 league season, a feat that had not been achieved by any ‘Premier League’ team in 115 years. In April 2018, speculations about him retiring started doing the rounds. The rumors were later confirmed by Arsène.

Overview

Birthday October 22, 1949 (Libra)
Alternative names Arsène Charles Ernest Wenger
Height 190 cm
City Strasbourg, France
Spouse/Ex- Annie Brosterhous
Parents Alphonse Wenger
Louise Wenger
Children Léa Wenger

Did you know

What teams did Arsène Wenger manage? Arsène Wenger managed AS Nancy, AS Monaco, Nagoya Grampus Eight, and most notably Arsenal FC.
When did Arsène Wenger retire as Arsenal manager? Arsène Wenger retired as Arsenal manager in May 2018 after 22 years in charge.
What style of football is Arsène Wenger known for? Arsène Wenger is known for his attacking style of football, focusing on possession and fluid passing.
How many Premier League titles did Arsène Wenger win with Arsenal? Arsène Wenger won three Premier League titles with Arsenal in the 1997-98, 2001-02, and 2003-04 seasons.
What is Arsène Wenger's role at FIFA? Arsène Wenger currently serves as FIFA's Chief of Global Football Development, focusing on technical matters and coaching programs.
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