And it was Beautiful: Marcelo Bielsa and the Rebirth of Leeds United

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In all of these comments Bielsa comes out very positively and Hay creates the impression that all who cross paths with Bielsa admire and are in awe of him. It's important because it's a cultural touchstone for millions, and we ascribe value to it because of the way it brings us together.

It’s a pity that Bielsa didn’t grant Hay an interview for the book, it would have added a more personal aspect, but that isn’t the Argentine’s way, he’s too private for that.An unusual coincidence meant that Bielsa was sacked by Leeds when I was half way through this book celebrating the things he's achieved. Phil pulls back the curtain on Bielsa's innovative tactical methods, his unconventional yet highly productive relationship with owner Andrea Radrizzani and Director of Football Victor Orta, his intensely loyal backroom team and the extraordinary cultural impact Bielsa has had on the city of Leeds - from murals and songs to cult fanbases in the provinces of Argentina.

In any case a great read to fully understand what Bielsa game to Leeds and I know fully understand what Bielsa widow is!Read more about the condition New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. But I'm fascinated by Bielsa and the things he achieved at Leeds, particularly the dual feat of getting them promoted to the Premier League while making them more likeable to neutrals than they've ever been.

Please Note: By their very nature, all signed books will have been handled several times before they get to you.When Marcelo Bielsa was appointed head coach of Leeds United in the summer of 2018, the club had just finished 13th in the Championship - their 15th consecutive season outside the top flight - and were defined as much by their excesses and disasters off. Marcelo isn't just a standard manager, his ideas seem quite extreme which leads to his short stays at various clubs.

The chapters interweave details of each month of the 20-21 Premier League campaign with the stories of the past, exploring what went wrong (everything) and how Bielsa brought the joy back. An excellent book that details the rise of Leeds United under Marcelo Bielsa, as well as giving an in-depth look at the owner Radrizzini and his right-hand man, Victor Orta (Director of Football). FEATURING FRESH PERSONAL INSIGHT FROM MARCELO BIELSAOn 27th February 2022, after 170 matches in charge, promotion to the Premier League and some of the most exhilarating football the English game has ever seen, Leeds United parted company with their most beloved and successful manager in a generation: Marcelo Bielsa.I'm super biased (I love Bielsa's soccer and I loved watching this Leeds team), and I loved this book. In And it was Beautiful, The Athletic‘s Phil Hay chronicles Leeds United’s glorious first season back in the top flight – which saw them finish ninth – after a chaotic sixteen-year absence. A book written by an author with a lot of insight into Leeds United and Marcelo Bielsa's time at the club.