"Passion" is the story of Japan soccer team coach Philippe Troussier, his struggle to make it as a player and manager and his travels around France, Africa and Japan. In the book, Troussier also details his philosophy and thinking as he prepares for the World Cup in June.
In this, the ninth of 10 exclusive extracts, Troussier describes the intensity of managing and the pleasure he gets from his work.
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The moment I set foot in this country, my heart was set on leading Japan through to the 2002 World Cup. Although I went through some tough times and had some doubts within myself, that initial determination never disappeared.