Tommy Docherty
Football manager and player of the 1970s
Born
April 24th, 1928
97 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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Played as a professional footballer primarily as a defender with clubs including Arsenal and Chelsea. Transitioned into management, leading several teams in the English football league system. Achieved notable success as the manager of Manchester United, guiding the team to victory in the FA Cup in 1977. His tenure at clubs like Chelsea and QPR also highlighted a significant coaching career in British football.
Managed Manchester United to an FA Cup win in 1977
Served as a player for Arsenal and Chelsea
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