#9 Fabio Capello and Arrigo Sacchi
Fabio Capello was caretaker-manager of AC Milan when he was replaced by Arrigo Sacchi in 1987, a move that was not welcomed by the fans since Sacchi had never played professional football. However, dogged determination and an awe-inspiring confidence in his own methods ensured he lifted Milan out of their misery of the 80s and led them to two consecutive European titles, a feat as yet unrepeated.
However, he took it quite personally when he was replaced by Capello four years later. The former England manager was impressive in his own right winning a European title and four Serie A titles in five seasons.
Sacchi didn’t take Capello’s success in the best spirit saying he had simply inherited a great side (thanks to him) and criticised his football tactics. He even went so far to call him “evil” in his machinations.
