Steve McClaren

Football manager and player, led Derby County

Steve McClaren - Football manager and player, led Derby County
Born

May 3rd, 1961
64 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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A football manager and former player, contributions include management roles at several clubs and the England national team. Achieved prominence during a successful spell at Middlesbrough, leading the team to win the League Cup in 2004. Managed the English national team in 2006 and had previous stints with clubs such as Newcastle United and FC Twente in the Netherlands, where he won the Eredivisie title in 2010. Known for revitalizing teams and often employing innovative tactical approaches.

Led Middlesbrough to win the League Cup in 2004

Managed England national team in 2006

Won the Eredivisie title with FC Twente in 2010

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