The sensational success of Luis Enrique on Saturday was the culmination of a long journey, meticulously crafted over time. His teams often peak in the latter part of the season, when his innovative strategies become stable. It was Joan Laporta, the president of coaches, who recognized his potential and brought him to Barça B, where he quickly displayed his capabilities. Despite having no top-tier coaching experience, he caught the eye of Franco Baldini, then the sports director of Roma, who sought him for a project aimed at rejuvenating a team with fading stars.

In Rome, Luis Enrique earned the moniker "The Upright Man," due to his defiance of conventional sports logic and the pressure to conform. He resisted favoritism, refused to yield to political games, and stood firm against any force trying to sway him. His steadfastness was unparalleled until Saturday night, when he finally succeeded in implementing his vision with a team. This was not the case at Barça, where he had to adapt to star players who challenged him, nor with the national team, where the federation lacked the courage to support him amid pressures not to select certain players, a decision that ultimately benefited his successors. His tenure in Italy also marked a historic shift in football style.

During his time at Roma, Luis Enrique suffered a loss in his first official match against Slovan Bratislava in the Europa League. In the return leg, when a goal and a touch of magic were needed, he famously benched Totti, a legendary figure with significant influence. This was a precursor to his similar decision with Messi at Anoeta a year later, demonstrating his willingness to prioritize his vision over individual stars. "Next year we'll be stronger without Mbappé," he stated at PSG when the forward moved to Real Madrid. At the club's Boulogne Billancourt offices, eyebrows were raised, but they accepted his decision. "I'm convinced we'll be better because having a player who moves at will (Mbappé) creates situations I can't control. Next year, I'll control them all, without exception," he concluded in his prophetic documentary, "You Don't Have a **** Clue," marking the end of his masterpiece.

Some people struggle to express their emotions, even hiding their temper. They are reserved and distrustful towards strangers, reluctant to flatter. These individuals have a rigid view of loyalty, rarely forgiving betrayal from those they trust, expressing love through actions alone. As Loquillo sang, they're "ugly, strong, and formal," not here to win friends.