Arsene Wenger: 5 life lessons we can learn from the Arsenal manager

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Wenger punching the air with unadulterated joy. A common sight when the man's plans came to fruition

Arsene knows. An immortal banner that hung across White Hart Lane when the boss guided Arsenal to Premier League glory at the home of their fiercest rival. Wenger's knowledge of the game and outside was truly remarkable.

Coming from Japan to England must have been a culture shock for the boss. From a diet that consisted of boiled vegetables, fish and rice to one that consisted of Beer and Mars bars. But the boss knew the importance of a truly fit side and added the infamous broccoli along with vitamin supplements, thus adding years to the career of his players.

Beyond a fit team, the boss had an eye for a gem. Just ask Mumbai City FC. The boss unearthed the talent of Nicolas Anelka back in the day and ended up selling him for close to 100-times his buying price.

Then there's the story of the extraordinary Goerge Weah. The only player to win the African, European and world footballer of the year titles in one season – in 1995, and the president of Liberia today had this to say about Wenger:

"He was a father figure and regarded me as his son. This was a man, when racism was at its peak, who showed me love.

"Besides God, I think that without Arsène, there was no way I would have made it in Europe.”

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And of course, he could speak all of 6 languages. The gift of the gab was strong with this one. In a time when Sir Alex Ferguson almost bullied the rest of England, he rivalled him and even bettered the Scotsman on more occasions than one.

An iconic quote was unleashed by Wenger when Sir Alex called United the best in England in 2003 - "Everyone thinks they have the prettiest wife at home." And with that, the metaphorical microphone was dropped.

Bonus point: He even knows how to win the title at Old Trafford.