"Long before he was in charge of Portugal, the Spanish manager worked his way up the English football pyramid and impressed both Thomas Butler and Conor Sammon Thomas Butler can still remember the day he marched into Roberto Martinez's office demanding answers. Furious after being dropped from Swansea's starting line-up, the former Ireland midfielder made a beeline towards his manager's desk, ready to give Martinez a piece of his mind."
"Long before he was in charge of Portugal, the Spanish manager worked his way up the English football pyramid and impressed both Thomas Butler and Conor Sammon"
Roberto Martinez worked his way up the English football pyramid long before taking charge of Portugal. He earned the respect of players such as Thomas Butler and Conor Sammon through his managerial approach. Thomas Butler, a former Ireland midfielder, marched into Martinez's office to demand answers after being dropped from Swansea's starting lineup. Butler made a beeline for Martinez's desk and was ready to confront him directly. Martinez's early coaching career included roles in English club football that showcased his methods and left a strong impression on players who experienced his management firsthand.
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