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Bielsa's Uruguay are in complete chaos ahead of England meeting

Wherever Marcelo Bielsa has gone in his managerial career, he has left a trail of wonder. It's not always wonder in a positive sense, but it's whimsical and mystifying all the same. From revolutionising Newell's Old Boys to the Argentine national team, from Athletic Club and the Basque Country to Leeds United in West Yorkshire, you will find people deeply touched by the impact of 'El Loco' to differing, extreme degrees.

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Bielsa explains why he has stayed away from Leeds

Marcelo Bielsa has finally opened up about his four-year absence from Elland Road, citing a powerful sense of nostalgia as the reason he has not returned to Leeds United since his emotional 2022 departure. Now leading Uruguay, the 70-year-old tactical pioneer is back on English soil for a high-profile friendly against the Three Lions at Wembley. Despite his unceremonious sacking, Bielsa remains a cult hero in West Yorkshire for his transformative tenure.

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'I'm toxic' - Uruguay boss Bielsa stuns reporters after USA hammering

Marcelo Bielsa's recent press conference following Uruguay's thumping defeat by the USA was as intense as his management style and has caused a huge backlash with claims it has damaged team morale. Known for his eccentric nature, Bielsa went on a lengthy tirade, criticising players, officials, and even the media for perceived biases.

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Mexico, Uruguay draw as Hirving Lozano leaves injured early

Mexico and Uruguay played to a scoreless draw in a match that lacked clear scoring chances. Aside from a good opportunity for Gilberto Mora in the second half, neither Javier Aguirre’s side nor Marcelo Bielsa’s looked comfortable at TSM. It was a midfield-heavy, uneventful game that left Mexico fans frustrated - and saw Hirving Lozano exit with an injury.

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Frequently asked questions

Luis Diaz plays as a left winger for his current club Liverpool, using his stronger right foot to cut in from the left and shoot on goal.

Luis Diaz was born in Barrancas, La Guajira, in Colombia.

Luis Diaz dons the iconic No. 7 jersey for Liverpool, previously worn by striker Luis Suarez before he made the switch to Barcelona in 2014. The most recent to wear No. 7 for Liverpool before Diaz was club legend James Milner.

Luis Diaz stands at 1.78m (5ft 10in). He uses his verticality and pace to create chaos on the wings, and is a versatile option in attack.

Luis Diaz weighs 73kg (161 lbs). He is a quick winger and possesses a keen eye for goal.

Surprisingly, it was only at the age of 17 that Luis Diaz took his first steps as a footballer. The Colombian international attended an open trial hosted by Atletico Junior in 2014, impressing enough to land a spot at the club's youth academy.

Surprisingly, it was only at the age of 17 that Luis Diaz took his first steps as a footballer. The Colombian international attended an open trial hosted by Atletico Junior in 2014, impressing enough to land a spot at the club's youth academy.

Yes, Luis Diaz has two daughters named Roma and Charlotte with his fiancee Gera Ponce.

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