Garry Monk

Football manager and former defender

Garry Monk - Football manager and former defender
Born

March 6th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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A former professional football player and manager, contributed to the sport as a defender and later took managerial roles. Played for clubs including Swansea City, where served as a captain and made significant contributions on the field. Transitioned to management, overseeing teams including Swansea City, where achieved the club's highest finish in the Premier League in the 2014-2015 season. Has also managed clubs such as Leeds United and Birmingham City.

Captained Swansea City to a League Cup victory in 2013

Achieved a top finish in the Premier League with Swansea City

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