Arsène Wenger was born on 22 October 1949 in Strasbourg, France, to Alphonse and Louise Wenger. He is the youngest of three siblings. His father, after serving in the army, opened an auto parts business and also coached the local village football team in Duttlenheim. Wenger was introduced to football by his father and began playing at the age of six.
Wenger was a bright student and received various accolades during his childhood, showcasing both academic and athletic promise. He began playing organized football when he was noticed by a local team's chairman, who appreciated his vision on the field. At age 20, he played for the amateur club AS Mutzig. Though critics noted his lack of pace, Wenger compensated by developing a deep understanding of the game.
Wenger later pursued a degree in economics, which led to a temporary break from playing. His professional playing career was short-lived, and he retired early to focus on coaching. He took his first coaching role as an assistant at Cannes before beginning his managerial career in 1984 with AS Nancy. At Nancy, despite limited financial backing and the sale of key players, he worked diligently to maintain the club's Ligue 1 status, though the team was eventually relegated.
After leaving Nancy, Wenger joined AS Monaco in 1987. At Monaco, he quickly built a competitive side, finishing third in his debut season. He emphasized tactics, discipline, and education—tenets that would define his management style. During his tenure, Monaco won Ligue 1 in 1988 and the Coupe de France in 1991. He left the club in 1994 following internal issues, including allegations of match-fixing involving some players, though Wenger himself was not implicated.
| Birth Date: | 22 Oct, 1949 |
| Age: | 70 yrs |
| Citizenship: | France |
| Birth Place: | Strasbourg |
| Education: | University of Strasbourg University of Strasbourg |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | French association football player and manager |
| Net Worth 2021: | 48 million |
