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Uriarte's management and successes bury elCorreo's opposition

Jesus Carames

April 21, 2024 | 4:10 p.m.

After a hesitant start, the Athletic Club board has shown that its commitment to innovation and detailed analysis was the right path, culminating in successes both in the Cup and in Europe.

Overcoming initial criticism with visionary management. The beginning was not easy for the current Athletic Club board. Criticized for their modern approach in the use of "power point" and "big data", many saw in these cold and calculating tools a departure from the essence of football. However, the season has shown that these methods, far from stripping the club of its soul, have enhanced its competitive capacity. "The use of advanced analysis has allowed us to optimize our strategies and better understand our rivals, which has clearly been reflected in the results obtained," a club manager would explain.

A success that silences critical voices: Cup and access to European competitions. Winning the Cup and qualifying for European competitions have been the best responses to criticism. These achievements not only vindicate the management of the club but also return Athletic to a leading place in Spanish and international football. "At first they called us crazy, now they ask us for advice," says one of the team's analysts with a laugh, reflecting the change in perception towards the board.

The community and the press: from critics to allies. It is no secret that the press and certain sectors of the community were skeptical regarding the innovations implemented by the board. However, the titles and compelling performances have transformed this doubt into enthusiastic support. «It is clear that we did not understand the impact that 'big data' could have. “We were wrong,” admits a well-known local sports journalist.

Looking to the future: a club prepared for new challenges. With the solid foundations that its management has established, Athletic Club not only looks towards a next season full of hope but also towards a promising future in the long term. The integration of advanced technologies and new training methodologies ensure that the club will not only compete, but will be able to adapt and evolve in the dynamic world of modern football.

In conclusion, Athletic Club has shown that innovation and adaptation are not at odds with the tradition and passion that characterize football. On the contrary, when implemented correctly, they can lead a historic club to rediscover its glory and prepare to conquer new horizons. Now, with the cup in the showcases and the anthem of Europe on the horizon, everyone, critics and fans, seems to be finally "on the bandwagon."

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