Legends drawn to the deep end
Friday, January 27, 2006
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The uefa.com Magazine looks at the young national team coaches who were appointed to their roles without any head coaching experience.
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Agents in the line of fire
Who are they? Who do they work for? What do they do? Adam Szreter canvasses opinion from UEFA and beyond on one of the game's thorniest issues.
Müller time is right for Bayern
FC Bayern München legend Gerd Müller tells uefa.com's Andreas Alf how a little luck can go a long way and why Ronaldinho could be Bayern's greatest threat on the road to Paris.
Cañizares keeps the faith
After a difficult 2004/05 season Valencia CF are back, with Santiago Cañizares leading the way. Lucas Brown discovers the key to the veteran keeper's longevity and Los Ché's revival.
Belgium goes back to basics
The Belgian national team and leading clubs have suffered disappointing results in recent international competitions. The plans to remedy this go deep into the foundations of the game.
Legends drawn to the deep end
Several of the managers involved in UEFA EURO 2008™ qualifying were appointed to their national roles without any head coaching experience, but that should not count against them.
Irish grounds for optimism
The Football Assocation of Ireland has not only appointed a bright young manager but is planning stadium redevelopment that could transform its financial status.
There on the stair, right there!
Manchester United FC have reacted strongly to claims of a mouse infestation at Old Trafford while peace-loving FC Barcelona favourite Ronaldinho has admitted to a special ambition.