Mike England

Welsh footballer and manager

Mike England - Welsh footballer and manager
Born

December 2nd, 1941
83 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Wales

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Played professional football primarily as a defender for Cardiff City and Tottenham Hotspur. Captained the Wales national team, earning 59 caps from 1964 to 1976. Transitioned into management after retirement, taking charge of several clubs, including the Welsh national team and various club teams in lower divisions.

Played for Cardiff City and Tottenham Hotspur

Captained the Wales national team

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