Helenio Herrera was born in the Argentine capital of Buenos Aires to Spanish parents and moved to Casablanca at the age of three. He spent his professional years as a player in France before beginning his true revolution in the world of coaching. A documentary by author Richard Fitzpatrick has been released, titled: 'His Highness: Helenio Herrera, the Founder of Black Arts in Football', revealing many hidden and thrilling aspects of the career of the famous Spanish coach, nicknamed 'Il Mago' (The Mag). He led Barcelona and Atletico Madrid to La Liga titles and transformed Inter Milan into a dominant force on the European and world stage. Herrera was obsessed with discipline and mental strength, imposing a strict diet on his players.
Helenio Herrera: The Mag Who Changed Football
A documentary reveals the career of legendary coach Helenio Herrera, who led Barcelona and Inter to the pinnacle of European football, turning 'black arts' into a dominant force.