Laurent Blanc
Laurent Blanc is a former French footballer and a prominent football manager, recognized for his successful playing career as a central defender, notably for clubs like Marseille, Barcelona, and Manchester United, as well as for the French national team, with whom he won the 1998 FIFA World Cup. As a manager, Blanc has led teams such as Bordeaux, where he won the Ligue 1 title, and the French national team, guiding them to the quarterfinals of UEFA Euro 2012. Known for his tactical acumen and calm demeanor, Blanc is respected in the football community for his strategic approach to the game and player development.
Born on Nov 19, 1965 (60 years old)
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Portugal:
Laurent Blanc was succeeded by Sérgio Conceição as the coach of Al-Ittihad.
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Egypt:
Laurent Blanc is noted as a prominent candidate for the coaching position at Al Ahly following the departure of José Ribeiro.
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Saudi Arabia:
Laurent Blanc was recently dismissed from his position as head coach of Al-Ittihad.
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Saudi Arabia:
The club announced the termination of the contract with head coach Laurent Blanc.
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United Arab Emirates:
Laurent Blanc is the coach of Ittihad Jeddah who failed to score at home for the first time.
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Hungary:
Laurent Blanc is the coach of al-Ittihad.
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Saudi Arabia:
Laurent Blanc, the head coach of the Saudi Arabian football team Al-Ittihad, stated that the team's work is progressing at an increasing pace.
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Saudi Arabia:
Laurent Blanc will receive the award for Best Coach during the match against Al-Fateh.
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Saudi Arabia:
The signing of Doumbia was based on the request of the French coach Laurent Blanc.
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Saudi Arabia:
Laurent Blanc was awarded Best Coach in the Saudi League.
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