Tord Grip

Football manager and Swedish player

Tord Grip - Football manager and Swedish player
Born

January 13th, 1938
87 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

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Born in Sweden in 1938, a footballer and manager with a significant career in football coaching. Played as a midfielder for clubs such as Östers IF and later transitioned into management. Served as an assistant coach for the Swedish national football team, contributing to its development and strategies. Later, managed various club teams in Sweden, showcasing a commitment to enhancing team performance and tactics.

Assisted the Swedish national team

Managed clubs including Östers IF

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