Pat Rice
Footballer and coach with Arsenal FC
Born
March 17th, 1949
76 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Ireland
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Played as a defender, featuring prominently for Arsenal FC from 1966 to 1980. Contributed to the team's triumph in the 1970 FA Cup, the 1971 league title, and the 1979 FA Cup. Transitioned to coaching and served as an assistant manager at Arsenal from 2005 to 2012, supporting the team during various campaigns.
Played for Arsenal FC during the 1970s
Won the FA Cup in 1970 and 1979
Contributed to Arsenal's 1971 league title
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