Gordon Milne

Footballer and manager with notable teams

Gordon Milne - Footballer and manager with notable teams
Born

March 29th, 1937
88 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

A footballer played as a midfielder, primarily for Wolverhampton Wanderers and later for Liverpool. Achieved significant success in the Football League, winning multiple titles. Transitioned into management, leading clubs such as Wrexham and Coventry City. After retirement from playing, focused on coaching and mentoring future football talent within various clubs. Contributed to the development of strategies and player performance in the sport.

Played for Liverpool

Managed Coventry City

Won Football League Championship

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