Şenol Güneş

Football manager and World Cup coach

Şenol Güneş - Athletes & Sports Figures born June 1st, 1952
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Coached the Turkish national football team during the 2002 FIFA World Cup, leading them to a third-place finish. Played as a goalkeeper primarily for Trabzonspor, winning multiple Turkish league titles. Transitioned to management after retirement, achieving success with various clubs, including guiding Beşiktaş to multiple Süper Lig titles and the 2017 Turkish Cup.

Coached Turkey to third place in the 2002 FIFA World Cup

Won multiple Süper Lig titles with Beşiktaş

Played for Trabzonspor and won league championships

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