Phil Brown

Football manager and player, Hull City

Phil Brown - Football manager and player, Hull City
Born

May 30th, 1959
66 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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Played professional football primarily as a defender for clubs including Newcastle United and Darlington. Transitioned into coaching, taking on roles at various clubs. Managed Hull City from 2006 to 2010, leading the club to its first-ever Premier League promotion in 2008 and securing a memorable 2-1 victory against Arsenal in the Premier League later that season. Came into the spotlight during a halftime speech in a match against Manchester City in 2009.

Led Hull City to promotion to the Premier League

Secured historic victory against Arsenal

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