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Milutinovic Declines "Miraculous Coach" Title
Chinese national soccer team coach Bora Milutinovic said on Friday that he preferred not to be called "miraculous coach".
The Yugoslav gave the remarks at a post-training news conference when a reporter called him "miraculous coach".
"In my opinion, titles like 'miraculous coach' are used to conclude a late man's life achievements, instead for me, who is still alive. So it is better not to call me that in the future," he said.
Milutinovic, known simply as "Milu" to many Chinese, booked the ticket for his fifth World Cup tour with his fifth different team after China's 1-0 win over Oman on October 7.
The flamboyant coach earned full confidence and hearty support from the country after he led China to qualify for the World Cup for the first time.
"When I came here, China was ranked 86th in the world and now it should be within the top 32. I am very happy about it," said Milutinovic.
He is also pleased with his success in China's qualification and is waiting for the Chinese Football Association to decide his future.
"I am happy that I have kept my promise to bring the Chinese team into the World Cup. It is up to the association whether I will coach the team during next year's tournament."
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