From: Arsène Wenger: The Professor Who Changed English Football
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Wenger's approach relied heavily on sports science. He hired fitness coaches, used heart‑rate monitors and tracked player workloads to reduce injuries. His teams often showed better stamina and recovery rates compared to rivals. This focus on measurable performance helped shift English football toward a more scientific model.

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  • He introduced GPS tracking and recovery protocols at Arsenal.
  • His teams had fewer muscle injuries than league averages in the 2000s.
  • He worked with nutritionists to design player‑specific meal plans.
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Arsène Wenger was born on 22 October 1949 in Strasbourg, France.
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After leaving Arsenal, Wenger was appointed FIFA's Chief of Global Football Development in 2019.
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Wenger managed Arsenal from 1996 to 2018, winning three Premier League titles and seven FA Cups.
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