Mick McCarthy
Football manager and sportscaster
Born
February 7th, 1959
66 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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Acquired experience as a professional footballer before transitioning into management and sportscasting. Played as a defender, representing Barnsley, and later participated in a successful career at Manchester City and later at Celtic. Transitioned to management and had stints with several teams, including a notable tenure at Wolverhampton Wanderers, where achieved promotion to the Premier League. Later served as the manager of the Republic of Ireland national team.
Managed Wolverhampton Wanderers to Premier League promotion
Played for Manchester City and Celtic
Managed the Republic of Ireland national football team
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