Emotion-Driven Liverpool Welcomes Iraola as Next Coach for 2026–27
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Basque coach Andoni Iraola has been named Liverpool’s manager for the 2026-27 season, succeeding Arne Slot. He emphasizes football as emotion and passion and vows to prove himself quickly while aiming to win titles with top players. Having faced Liverpool seven times with Bournemouth, he brings familiarity with the club’s culture and signals his intent to apply his ideas on transitions and scoring from turnovers, backed by Bournemouth’s 18-match unbeaten run that helped secure Europa League football. The first part of his interview is available on the club’s AllRed platform.
- Iraola’s First Interview: “Football Is About Emotion, About Passion” The Liverpool Offside
- Liverpool name Andoni Iraola head coach, replacing Arne Slot ESPN
- Arne Slot needs a job and, in the Netherlands, one role is beginning to stand out - The Athletic The New York Times
- Iraola must move fast but the new manager has the tools to fix Liverpool | Andy Hunter The Guardian
- Andoni Iraola interview: 'I understand what is expected and I'm ready for the challenge' Liverpool FC
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