Les Green

English footballer and manager

Les Green - English footballer and manager
Born

1941
84 years ago

Died

July 30th, 2012
12 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

Links & References

Played as a goalkeeper for teams including Walsall and Aston Villa. Transitioned to management, leading several clubs in the lower divisions of English football. Contributed to the sports community through coaching and mentorship roles.

Played for Walsall and Aston Villa

Managed several lower division clubs

Coached youth players in football

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