Derek McInnes
Football manager and player
Born
July 5th, 1971
54 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Scotland
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Started a playing career as a midfielder, representing clubs including Greenock Morton, St. Johnstone, and Aberdeen. Transitioned into management, taking charge of teams such as St. Johnstone, where a League Cup victory was secured in 2014, and Aberdeen, leading them to consistent top finishes in the Scottish Premiership. Continued to develop a reputation in coaching after a beneficial tenure at both clubs.
Played for Aberdeen from 2000 to 2003
Managed St. Johnstone to a League Cup title in 2014
Managed Aberdeen securing top league finishes
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