Ian Porterfield

Scottish football manager and player

Ian Porterfield - Scottish football manager and player
Born

February 11th, 1946
79 years ago

Died

September 11th, 2007
17 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Scotland

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Played as a midfielder and later managed several football clubs. Made significant contributions to the sport through management roles, particularly with Sunderland, where a famous FA Cup victory occurred in 1973. Also managed various teams including Chelsea, and had a notable tenure in international football with the Scottish national team as well.

Managed Sunderland to an FA Cup victory in 1973

Played for clubs such as Chelsea and Aberdeen

Managed teams in various leagues throughout his career

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