Sean O'Driscoll

Football manager and former player

Sean O'Driscoll - Football manager and former player
Born

July 1st, 1957
68 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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Played as a central defender, primarily for clubs like Bournemouth and Doncaster Rovers. Transitioned to management, taking charge of teams such as Doncaster Rovers, where achieved promotion to the Championship. Also managed other clubs including Nottingham Forest and Crawley Town. Accumulated a reputation for developing younger players and playing organized, possession-based football.

Played for Bournemouth and Doncaster Rovers

Managed Doncaster Rovers to Championship promotion

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