From U9s coach to title-winner

Persuaded to join the City Football Groupin-part byPep Guardiolas involvement with Manchester City,Des Buckingham is an inspiring coach in his own right.The 38-year-old Englishman has gone from coaching Oxfords U9s towinning league titles with Melbourne City and Mumbai City. It is a compelling story of a highly-rated young coach, which wehope you enjoy reading.

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Aston Villas 4-1 victory against West Ham tookthem fifth and increased Unai Emerys Villa win percentage to 58% the highest of any manager in the clubs 149-year history. Emery is no stranger to success, having won nine major honours across his previous clubs. One of which was the subject of thisfascinating masterclass,on how Emerys Sevilla defeatedJrgen Klopps Liverpool in the 2016 Europa League final.