Chris Coyne

Australian football player and manager

Chris Coyne - Australian football player and manager
Born

December 28th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

Links & References

Played professional football primarily as a defender. Represented Australia at various youth levels before earning senior caps. Managed local clubs after retiring from his playing career. Contributed to the development of football in his home region through coaching roles.

Played for the Australian national team

Managed multiple football clubs in Australia

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