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In 1940, Lombardi married his college sweetheart, Marie Planas. Their marriage faced challenges; Lombardi's obsession with football often pulled him away, creating tension and almost leading to marital discord. Marie, devoted but often affected by Lombardi's relentless drive, eventually became an alcoholic, a battle born from the sacrifices made for Lombardi’s ambitions. Their relationship was complex—a union of love and the strains of Lombardi’s obsessive pursuit of greatness. Despite this, Marie remained fiercely devoted, never missing a game, and their bond endured through thick and thin.