Russell Slade
Football manager with notable team leadership
A football manager with extensive experience in English football, guided several clubs through various leagues. Managed teams such as Cardiff City, Leyton Orient, and Scarborough, demonstrating adaptability across different competitive environments. Achieved promotion to the Championship with Cardiff City during the 2013-2014 season and maintained competitive performance in lower leagues.
Managed Cardiff City to promotion to the Championship
Led Leyton Orient to the League One play-offs
Directed Scarborough during their league tenure
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Race car driver and television personality
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October 10th, 1974 51 years ago
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Footballer and manager, Arsenal legend
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October 10th, 1966 59 years ago
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English politician and Member of Parliament
Born
October 10th, 1974 51 years ago
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Soccer player and coach, MLS All-Star
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October 10th, 1973 52 years ago
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October 10th, 1972 53 years ago
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American actress and model in TV and film
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October 10th, 1978 47 years ago
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