Patrick Paul Vieira

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22 Feb 2024
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Early Life:


Patrick Paul Vieira was born on June 23, 1976, in Dakar, Senegal. His family relocated to Dreux, France, when he was eight years old, and he did not return to Senegal until 2003. Vieira's early life was marked by the divorce of his parents, and he never had contact with his father again.

His French citizenship was granted at birth due to his grandfather's service in the French Army. The surname "Vieira," of Portuguese origin, is his mother's maiden name, hailing from Cape Verde.




Playing Career:


Early Career:

Vieira began his professional playing career at Cannes, showcasing his talent that earned him a move to Serie A giants AC Milan.


Arsenal Years:

In 1996, Vieira joined Arsenal under the management of Arsène Wenger for a transfer fee of £3.5 million. His nine-year stint at Arsenal saw him become a dominating box-to-box midfielder. He served as the club captain from 2002 until his departure in 2005, leading Arsenal to significant success, including four FA Cups and three Premier League titles, one of which was the historic unbeaten season. Vieira's aggressive and competitive style of play made him one of the standout midfielders in Premier League history.




Later Career:

After leaving Arsenal, Vieira played for Juventus in Italy but left when the club faced relegation due to the Calciopoli scandal. He then joined Inter Milan, winning four consecutive league titles. Vieira concluded his playing career at Manchester City, adding another FA Cup to his list of honors, before retiring in 2011.




International Career:

Vieira represented France at the senior level for twelve years, making 107 appearances. He played a pivotal role in France's success at the 1998 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2000. He also participated in the 2002 World Cup, Euro 2004, and was part of the squad that finished as runners-up in the 2006 World Cup and Euro 2008. Vieira retired from international competition in 2010.


Coaching Career:

After retiring from professional football, Vieira transitioned into coaching. He took charge of the academy at Manchester City in 2013 and later managed Major League Soccer club New York City FC. Subsequently, he managed Ligue 1 club Nice from 2018 to 2020 and Premier League side Crystal Palace from 2021 to 2023.
Patrick Vieira's journey from a talented midfielder to a successful coach reflects his enduring impact on the world of football.


Club Career Continued;


Juventus (2005-2006):


In July 2005, representatives from Juventus approached Arsenal with the intention of signing Patrick Vieira. Vieira accepted that Arsenal was ready to let him go, and he agreed in principle to join Juventus. On August 15, 2005, Vieira signed a five-year contract with Juventus in a deal worth £13.75 million. Reuniting with Fabio Capello, who had signed him at Milan when he was a teenager, Vieira played a crucial role in Juventus' midfield alongside Emerson and Pavel Nedvěd. Despite a groin injury affecting his performances and reported training ground conflicts, Vieira contributed to Juventus retaining the Scudetto. However, the title was later stripped due to the Calciopoli scandal.
In March 2006, Vieira returned to Highbury with Juventus to play against Arsenal in the Champions League quarter-finals. He received a yellow card and was suspended for the return leg, which ended 0–0 and saw Juventus eliminated. Arsenal went on to reach the Champions League final.


Inter Milan (2006-2010):


After Juventus was stripped of titles due to the Calciopoli scandal, Vieira moved to Inter Milan on August 2, 2006. He signed a four-year deal worth €9.5 million. Vieira scored twice on his Inter debut in the Supercoppa Italiana against Roma. He won Serie A titles in the 2006–07, 2007–08, and 2008–09 seasons but faced challenges with injuries, losing his regular starting position. Despite media speculation about a possible return to Arsenal in 2009, Vieira remained at Inter.
In January 2010, Vieira left Inter Milan and joined Manchester City after a medical examination. The move reunited him with former Arsenal colleagues Kolo Touré and Sylvinho, as well as former Inter manager Roberto Mancini.



Manchester City (2010-2011):


Vieira signed a six-month deal with Manchester City on January 8, 2010, with an option for a twelve-month extension. He made his debut in a 2–1 defeat against Hull City. Vieira scored his first goal for Manchester City in a 6–1 win against Burnley on April 3, 2010. On June 9, 2010, he agreed to a one-year extension, keeping him at the club until the summer of 2011.
Vieira continued to make important contributions, scoring two goals in a 5–0 FA Cup fourth-round replay win against Notts County on February 22, 2011. He also scored in the Premier League against Sunderland on April 3, 2011. Vieira made his final appearance as a substitute in the 2011 FA Cup Final, helping Manchester City secure a 1–0 victory over Stoke City. On July 14, 2011, Vieira announced his retirement at the age of 35 and immediately took on the role of development executive at Manchester City.


International Career:

Early Years:
  • Patrick Vieira made his debut for the French national team in 1997 against the Netherlands.
  • Played a crucial role in France's triumph in the 1998 FIFA World Cup. In the final against Brazil, he came on as a substitute and set up Emmanuel Petit for France's third goal in a 3–0 win.

Continued Success:
  • Vieira continued his success with France, being a key player in their victory at UEFA Euro 2000, defeating Italy in the final.
  • Contributed to France's win in the 2001 FIFA Confederations Cup, ending as the joint top scorer.
  • Participated in the 2002 World Cup, where France was eliminated in the group stage without scoring a goal.



Captaincy and Later Years:
  • Became the captain of the French national team after Zinedine Zidane's retirement from international football.
  • Scored the first goal on his 30th birthday in the 2006 World Cup against Togo, assisting Thierry Henry for the second goal.
  • Led France to the final but was substituted due to injury as they lost to Italy in a penalty shootout.

Later Years and Retirement:
  • Reappointed captain for the Euro 2008 qualifying campaign, earning his 100th cap in November 2006.
  • Struggled with injuries during Euro 2008, playing no part in the group games.
  • His last cap for France was in a friendly against Nigeria on June 2, 2009.
  • Did not make the squad for the 2010 World Cup.
  • Announced on July 7, 2010, that he was no longer interested in playing for France, ending his international career.
  • In total, Vieira won 107 caps for France, scoring six goals.




Style of Play:
  • Vieira is regarded as one of the best players in his position, possessing a combination of power, tenacity, and aggression.
  • Played as a defensive, central, or box-to-box midfielder, known for his tackling, anticipation, and tactical intelligence.
  • Excelled in ball skills, distribution, and vision, contributing to offensive plays after winning possession.
  • Strong in the air, with the ability to make surging forward runs, linking defense with attack effectively.
  • Noted for his leadership qualities throughout his career.




Managerial Career:


Manchester City:

  • Announced his retirement from playing on July 14, 2011, taking on a training and youth development role at Manchester City as "Football Development Executive."
  • Appointed as the manager of Manchester City's Elite Development Squad (EDS) in May 2013.


New York City FC:

  • Became the head coach of New York City FC on January 1, 2016.
  • Led the team to a 7-0 home defeat against New York Red Bulls but was considered successful in his first season.
  • Improved the team's position in the MLS standings each year.




Nice:

  • Appointed as the manager of Ligue 1 side Nice on June 11, 2018.
  • Led Nice to a seventh-placed finish in his first season.
  • Departed from Nice on December 4, 2020, following a run of five consecutive losses.


Crystal Palace:

  • Appointed as the manager of Premier League club Crystal Palace on July 4, 2021, on a three-year contract.
  • Guided the team to a twelfth-place finish in the 2021–22 Premier League season.
  • Reached the FA Cup semi-finals but was sacked on March 17, 2023, after a twelve-game winless run.




Strasbourg:

  • Signed a three-year deal with Ligue 1 club Strasbourg on July 2, 2023.


Style of Management:

  • Vieira is known for implementing a methodical, possession-based style of football in his teams.
  • Tends to adopt a more defensive approach when his team is under pressure.
  • Introduced a more proactive style of gameplay at Crystal Palace compared to the reactive counterattack-based style under Roy Hodgson.


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