Walter Winterbottom
Football manager and England coach
Born
1913
112 years ago
Died
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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Football manager built a notable career in English football. Served as the first manager of the England national football team from 1946 to 1962. Under management, the team reached the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup in 1950 and 1954, and reached the quarter-finals in 1962. Managed Manchester United in the late 1930s, achieving notable successes. Played a significant role in developing youth talent and implementing training programs that influenced English football management.
First manager of England national team
Managed England in three World Cups
Led Manchester United as manager
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