Herbert Chapman

English football manager, Arsenal FC

Herbert Chapman - English football manager, Arsenal FC
Born

January 19th, 1878
147 years ago

Died

January 6th, 1934
91 years ago — 55 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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Managed Arsenal FC from 1925 to 1934, leading the team to significant successes in English football. Introduced innovative tactics and training methods that transformed the club and the game. Under management, Arsenal won two First Division titles in 1931 and 1933, and the FA Cup in 1930. Chapman's strategies laid the groundwork for future football management.

Won two First Division titles with Arsenal in 1931 and 1933

Won the FA Cup with Arsenal in 1930

Pioneered tactics and training methods in football

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