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Arsene Wenger and Tony Pulis: Pre-Match Handshake at Stoke City vs Arsenal (2012-13)
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Arsene Wenger and Tony Pulis: Pre-Match Handshake at Stoke City vs Arsenal (2012-13)
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 26: Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger shakes hands with Stoke manager Tony Pulis before the Barclays Premier League match between Stoke City and Arsenal at Britannia Stadium on August 26, 2012 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images) Arsene Wenger; Tony Pulis
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Great photo capturing a moment of sportsmanship and respect between two esteemed managers in the English Premier League: Arsene Wenger of Arsenal Football Club and Tony Pulis of Stoke City. The image, taken before their match at Britannia Stadium on August 26, 2012, showcases the pair exchanging a firm handshake, a tradition before the start of a football match. Arsene Wenger, a French national and the long-standing manager of Arsenal since 1996, is renowned for his innovative tactics and commitment to developing young players. He led Arsenal to three Premier League titles, seven FA Cups, and six FA Community Shields. Tony Pulis, a Welshman, had a successful managerial career with Stoke City from 2009 to 2013. Known for his pragmatic approach and emphasis on organization and discipline, Pulis guided Stoke to two successive top-10 finishes in the Premier League. Despite their contrasting managerial styles, both Wenger and Pulis shared mutual respect for each other, as evidenced by this pre-match handshake. The 2012-13 season marked their seventh encounter in the Premier League, with Arsenal winning three, drawing one, and losing three of their previous six matches against Stoke under Pulis' management. This photo serves as a reminder of the camaraderie and sportsmanship that exists within the world of football, even amidst the intense competition and rivalries between teams. It's a snapshot of a moment in time, frozen in history, where two respected managers come together to acknowledge each other's presence and prepare for the upcoming battle on the pitch.
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