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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