In recent years, the football world has lost a true icon with the passing of Cesar Luis Menotti. At the age of 85, Menotti, who had been battling a long illness, passed away on Sunday after being hospitalized for a month with severe anemia.
Menotti was a pioneering coach who left his mark on both club and international football. He gained fame as the coach of the Argentina national team that won the World Cup in 1978 by defeating the Netherlands in the final. In his home country and in Spain, Menotti was seen as a football hero for his unique approach to the game.
Throughout his career, Menotti promoted a style of football that focused on artistic expression and social philosophy, which was often at odds with more pragmatic approaches to the game. His ideals were exemplified during his time as head coach of Barcelona in the early 1980s, where he helped the team achieve success in various competitions before leaving in 1984.
In January 2019, Menotti was appointed as the director of the Argentina national teams, a role that he held until his health declined and forced him to step down. His passing has been met with great sadness by the Argentine Football Association, who announced his death on social media. The impact of Menotti’s legacy on the football world will be remembered for years to come as he leaves behind a legacy of innovation and passion for