Italy · 1987 – 1996
Arrigo Sacchi
He never played professionally, yet he built the Milan side that won back-to-back European Cups in 1989 and 1990 with a back four that moved as one line.
Milan · ItalyPrincipal clubs
1987 – 1996Span
““A team is eleven players who move together, not eleven individuals.””
Philosophy
Zonal defending, an aggressive offside line, and a compact 4-4-2 that pressed in the opponent’s half before pressing was fashionable.
The record
- European Cups in 1989 and 1990 with Milan.
- Serie A title in 1988 with a team that scored 43 goals and conceded 14.
- The 4-4-2 he built became the template for modern zonal defending.