Phil Neal

Footballer and manager with Liverpool

Phil Neal - Footballer and manager with Liverpool
Born

February 20th, 1951
74 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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Played as a right-back and later managed teams in English football. Achieved significant success during a playing career primarily with Liverpool, where he won numerous domestic and European titles. Transitioned to management after retiring, overseeing various clubs and contributing to the development of players and teams.

Won four European Cups with Liverpool

Captained the England U21 team

Managed clubs including Bolton Wanderers

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