Neil Warnock
Football manager and player, Cardiff City
Born
December 1st, 1948
76 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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A football manager and former player, he began his managerial career in the late 1980s and has led numerous clubs across the English football league system. Most notably, he managed Cardiff City, achieving promotion to the Premier League in 2018. Warnock's coaching style is characterized by its direct approach and emphasis on team spirit. He has also had stints at clubs like Sheffield United and Queens Park Rangers, where he made substantial impacts in their campaigns.
Achieved promotion with Cardiff City in 2018
Managed Sheffield United to Premier League
Led Queens Park Rangers to Championship title
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