When Marcelo Bielsa became Leeds United manager in 2018, he asked a simple question: how long does the average supporter have to work to afford a match ticket?
After learning the answer was around three hours, Bielsa gathered his players and assigned them an unusual task.
Instead of training, they spent the next three hours picking up litter around the club’s training ground.
The exercise wasn’t meant as punishment. Bielsa wanted his squad to understand the effort, sacrifice, and hard work that ordinary fans put in to support their team.
By spending the same amount of time doing manual work, the players were reminded that every ticket purchased represents hours of labor by loyal supporters.
The story became one of the most famous examples of Bielsa’s unique leadership style and his deep respect for football fans.
@WG_RumblePants I'm old enough to remember him in his prime. A fierce competitor and very underrated bowler.
Think he may well have been a poet if I'm not mistaken
@fredfertang Although I was born in Yorkshire, he will always be my favourite cricketer. Saw him score a hundred at the Oval against Pakistan in the mid 60’s and he became my idol. A real legend ❤️
Worcestershire County Cricket Club are saddened to share the news of the passing of Norman Gifford MBE, aged 85.
A former Worcestershire captain, Norman enjoyed an illustrious playing career that saw him win the County Championship with the Pears in 1964.
Norman, represented Worcestershire with distinction for 22 years, between 1960 and 1982, with the famed spinner taking a remarkable 1,615 first-class wickets during that time.
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Some crazy travelling for clubs tomorrow. Here's a few
Gateshead at Brackley 480 mile round trip
Southend at Morecambe 610 mile round trip
Halifax at Truro 730 mile round trip
Forest Green at Carlisle 690 mile round trip
Hartlepool at Sutton 610 mile round trip
Some crazy travelling for National League clubs tomorrow
Southend at Morecambe 610 mile round trip
Yeovil at Rochdale 480 mile round trip
Halifax at Truro 730 mile round trip
Forest Green at Carlisle 690 mile round trip
Hartlepool at Sutton 610 mile round trip
Everyone at England Rugby is saddened to learn that former captain Lewis Moody has been diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease.
All of our thoughts are with Lewis, his family and friends as they come to terms with this diagnosis. We will be offering both practical and emotional support, and know the entire rugby community will stand with them at this incredibly difficult time.
We encourage people to show their support through the fundraising initiatives now being set up and available through Go Fund Me.