Andoni Goikoetxea

Andoni Goikoetxea is a former Spanish footballer who played as a defender, notably for Athletic Club Bilbao from 1975 to 1987. He is best remembered for his tough tackling and leadership on the pitch, earning the nickname 'The Butcher of Bilbao'. After retiring, Goikoetxea transitioned into coaching and has remained connected to the sport as a representative of Athletic Club. Recently, he was in the news for his comments on the team's prospects in the UEFA Europa League, where he acknowledged their good campaign while recognizing the challenge posed by their upcoming opponent, AS Roma.