Craig Brown

Scottish football manager and player

Craig Brown - Scottish football manager and player
Born

July 1st, 1940
85 years ago

Died

2023
2 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Scotland

Links & References

Played as a defender for several clubs including Aberdeen. Managed the Scotland national football team from 1993 to 2001 and led the team to the UEFA European Championship in 1996. Served as manager for clubs such as Motherwell and Dundee United, contributing significantly to Scottish football.

Managed Scotland national team to UEFA Euro 1996

Played for Aberdeen FC

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