Héctor Cúper
Football coach and manager
Born
November 16th, 1955
69 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Argentina
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An Argentine football coach led several prominent clubs and national teams during a career spanning over three decades. Achieved notable success with teams such as Mallorca, where reached the UEFA Champions League final in 2003. Managed Inter Milan and Valencia, contributing to their competitive stature in European football. Cúper also served as the head coach of the Egyptian national team, aiming to qualify for the FIFA World Cup. Known for a tactical approach that emphasized defensive organization.
Led Mallorca to the UEFA Champions League final
Managed Inter Milan and Valencia
Coached the Egyptian national football team
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