ISL 2018: Who said what after Albert Roca stepped down as Bengaluru FC head coach

After two successful seasons at the club, Spaniard Albert Roca has decided to part ways with Bengaluru FC, a decision that left many lost for words.

Roca has been one of the top managers in the country over the last two seasons, guiding Bengaluru FC to four finals, out of which they won two titles -- the Federation Cup in 2017 and the Super Cup in 2018.

However, what perhaps eclipsed these two trophies is the fact that he had also led the Blues to the final of the ACF Cup in 2016 and the ISL in 2018.

For those titles, triangles and taking us where no one from the land has ever been. #GraciasRoca 🔵 pic.twitter.com/UtgQpjXSSn

— Bengaluru FC (@bengalurufc) May 17, 2018

Here, we take a look at what some of the biggest names in Indian football had to say after Roca announced his departure from Bengaluru FC.

Bino George, Gokulam FC technical director

But its the setup at Bengaluru that is reaping more results for them. For that, the main credit goes to Ashley Westwood. But Roca is no doubt a good coach.

He took the team to both the ISL and the AFC Cup finals, which is no mean feat. His man management, planning are all great. Right from selecting his side, to planning the foreign transfers, he has done a great job at BFC.

Even here at Gokulam, I have told the management to model the club after BFC. They have set the standard for infrastructure in our country. They are not just a role model fur us, but for the whole country.

Aryn Williams, Neroca FC

I think Albert is a fantastic coach and has done an unbelievable thing with BFC and his time there. I hope this isn’t the last we see of him within Indian football be at the national level or international level!

Bengaluru FC captain Sunil Chhetri and ace goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu thanked Roca for helping them improve as players

Thank you, mister! One of the best managers I’ve played under and an even better human being. @bengalurufc and Indian Football will miss you! @RocaDT_Oficial #GraciasRoca pic.twitter.com/19ABF4d4sD

— Sunil Chhetri (@chetrisunil11) May 17, 2018

I’ve played under some great coaches in my career so far and I can promise you that you have been one of the best and among the most brilliant human beings I’ve ever come across. Thank you @RocaDT_Oficial for raising the level of Indian Football. #GraciasRoca pic.twitter.com/g7AgYFGiZ5

— Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (@GurpreetGK) May 17, 2018

Mandar Tamhane, the chief technical officer at BFC has also went on to thank the Spaniard for his time at the club

Wore a @FCBarcelona Jersey just for him. That was his impact on everything. Made a lasting impression on the way we played. A person who believes in his philosophy no matter what. Great human being. A pleasure & honour to work with you @RocaDT_Oficial. Best Wishes #GraciasRoca pic.twitter.com/WLTZ3ix16m

— Mandar Tamhane (@MandarTamhane1) May 17, 2018

Here are some of the other BFC players, who also expressed their gratitude to Roca

Gracias Mister. All the best in the future and enjoy some time with the family now 👍 https://t.co/VPcE1B5Aiz

— ErikPaartalu (@ErikPaartalu) May 17, 2018

Coach, you guided me along the right path and changed my career. For that I will forever be grateful. Thank you, for everything! @RocaDT_Oficial #GraciasRoca pic.twitter.com/383m5xS5bb

— Nishu Kumar (@nishukumar22) May 17, 2018