The Economic Times

Touchline men: From miracle makers to master tacticians, the World Cup belongs to the manager

Ecuador's young manager, Sebastian Beccacece, has ignited national pride, guiding his team to the World Cup knockouts after a stunning victory over Germany. Meanwhile, Japan's coach Moriyasu Hajime has transformed his nation into a global football force. The article also highlights the challenges facing Brazil under Carlo Ancelotti and the historic achievement of Cape Verde reaching the knockout stage on their debut.