Managers Arsene Wenger (Arsenal) and Alex McLeish (Birmingham) shake hands before the match

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Managers Arsene Wenger (Arsenal) and Alex McLeish (Birmingham) shake hands before the match

Managers Arsene Wenger (Arsenal) and Alex McLeish (Birmingham) shake hands before the match. Birmingham City 0:3 Arsenal, Barclays Premier League, St Andrews Stadium, Birmingham, 1/1/2011. Credit : Stuart MacFarlane / Arsenal Football Club

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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, two renowned football managers, Arsene Wenger of Arsenal and Alex McLeish of Birmingham City, exchange polite handshakes before the commencement of a Barclays Premier League match at St Andrews Stadium in Birmingham on 1st January 2011. The atmosphere is electric as the two teams prepare to face off, with the crowd eagerly anticipating an exciting and competitive encounter. Arsene Wenger, a French national and Arsenal's longest-serving manager, is known for his innovative tactics and commitment to developing young talent. With a career spanning over three decades, he has led Arsenal to three Premier League titles, seven FA Cups, and an Invincible season in 2003-04. Alex McLeish, a Scottish international and experienced manager, had taken over the reins at Birmingham City in 2010. Known for his pragmatic approach, McLeish had previously managed teams like Rangers, Aston Villa, and Scotland's national team. This match against Arsenal presented an opportunity for him to prove his mettle against one of the league's most formidable opponents. As they shake hands, both managers display an air of confidence and determination, reflecting the intense focus and preparation that goes into leading a professional football team. The photograph captures a moment of sportsmanship and respect between two esteemed figures in the world of football, before they lead their teams onto the pitch to battle it out for three valuable points. The scoreline would ultimately reflect Arsenal's dominance, with a convincing 0:3 victory. Yet, this photograph serves as a reminder of the human element in the beautiful game, as two respected managers come together in a display of mutual respect before the action unfolds.

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