Andoni Iraola, Head coach - Liverpool FC
Andoni Iraola
Head coach
Andoni Iraola was appointed as Liverpool FC head coach in the summer of 2026.
His arrival at Anfield followed three successful seasons in charge of AFC Bournemouth, where he combined style with substance.
While furthering his reputation as a coach who subscribes to a fearless and relentless brand of attacking football, Iraola led the Cherries to consecutive finishes of 12th, ninth and sixth in the Premier League.
His final campaign there culminated in the south-coast club qualifying for Europe for the first time in their history.
Iraola's journey in coaching began in November 2016, when he called time on a playing career during which he achieved legendary status at Athletic Club.
Born in Usurbil, a small town near San Sebastian in the Basque Country, ...
Date of birth
22 June 1982
Nationality
Basque
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News'Very good coaches' - Andoni Iraola discusses new members of backroom staff. Andoni Iraola explained the importance of the members of staff who have joined him at Liverpool from AFC Bournemouth.
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VideoWatch Andoni Iraola's Tuesday press conference in Chicago. Watch the press conference Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola attended in Chicago on Tuesday.
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NewsPress conference: Andoni Iraola on transfer window, Alisson, Szoboszlai deal and vice-captaincy. Read a round-up from Andoni Iraola’s press conference in Chicago as he discussed a range of subjects on Tuesday.
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NewsAndoni Iraola's update on when Reds' World Cup players will return. Andoni Iraola today offered an update on when he expects to be able to start working with the players who’ve yet to begin pre-season training due to their World Cup commitments.
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NewsLFC fitness update: Bajcetic, Bradley, Ekitike, Endo and Leoni. Andoni Iraola has provided a fitness update on the Liverpool squad, with Stefan Bajcetic and Wataru Endo nearing a return to training.
