Name : Luis Enrique
Born Name : Luis Enrique Martínez García
Date of Birth : 8 May 1970 (46 years)
Place of Birth : Caracas, Distrito Federal, Venezuela
Nationality : Venezuelan
Education : Maracay (Maracay, VE)
Occupation : Former Major League Baseball Player
Years active : 1981 to Present
Family : Spouse: Elena Cullell (m. 1997),Children: Xana Martínez, Sira Martínez, Pacho Martínez
Zodiac Sign : Aries
Height : 6ft (1.83 m)
Weight : 195 lbs (88.5 kg)
Shoe Size : 10
Religion : believes in god
Best Known For : His usual position was right or attacking midfielder, but he is notable for his versatility, having played in all positions throughout his career except central defender and goalkeeper.
Luis Enrique Facts
1. Former Spanish international Luis Enrique was a great attacking midfielder in the nineties winning both La Liga and Copa Del Rey three times with two clubs.
2. During his playing career, he played in all positions except Central Defender and Goalkeeper.
3. He famously scuffled with the great Zidane in an El Clásico match up which lead to a heated altercation between both sides.
4. As a manager, Enrique hasn’t had much success so far. Like Guardiola, he cut his teeth at Barcelona B before enduring a forgettable stint at Italian side Roma, and then guiding Celta Vigo to a modest ninth position in La Liga last season.
5. Enrique’s playing career spanned over 16 seasons, appearing 558 times and contributing 144 goals. For midfielders, a goal every 4 goals is a remarkable record.
Luis Enrique Quotes
“Even when you’re winning there’s a lot of things to improve. We are getting closer to our objective, repeat or improve what we did last season, but one must be humble enough to keep working.” ~ Luis Enrique
“Many people might be surprised about that, but this is football. It’s not a problem. I’m sure he will score when we really need it.” ~ Luis Enrique
“I don’t know any Brazilians who don’t have a good time when they go to their country, but I don’t think Neymar will play better because of that.” ~ Luis Enrique
“After a year like the one we have had, with difficulties but with a great end result, we are more than excited hoping to secure more titles.” ~ Luis Enrique
“Messi is the best in the world without doubt and for me the best in the history of football.” ~ Luis Enrique