Tony Barton

Football manager and player, Aston Villa.

Tony Barton - Football manager and player, Aston Villa.
Born

April 8th, 1937
87 years ago

Died

1993
32 years ago — 56 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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Spent playing years as a midfielder, primarily with teams like Walsall and the England Under-23 national team. Transitioned into management, achieving notable success with Aston Villa. Guided Aston Villa to victory in the 1982 European Cup final against Bayern Munich, marking a significant achievement in club history. Later managed teams in the lower divisions as well as contributing to football with advisory roles, demonstrating an extensive career in both playing and coaching.

Managed Aston Villa to a European Cup title in 1982

Played for Walsall and represented England at the Under-23 level

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