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Bob Paisley

English footballer and manager (1919-1996).

Born January 23rd, 1919 in Hetton-le-Hole.

Died February 14th, 1996 at 77 years old in Liverpool (Alzheimer's disease).

Occupations
association football manager, association football player
Website
Wikipedia

Sports icon Bob Paisley passed away at 77 years old on February 14, 1996. He was renowned across the country for his extensive football management career, including his unprecedented nine-year tenure at Liverpool. Paisley began his working life at a local colliery, however he soon forged a career in football, beginning his professional playing career at Bishop Auckland in 1930. After briefly retiring, he returned to Bishop Auckland as a coach. Later he joined Liverpool, and took on the assistant manager role in the 1960s, which included three First Division titles and a UEFA Cup victory. In 1974, he replaced Bill Shankly as manager, and went on to cement his legacy at the club, winning a further five First Divisions, three European Cups, three UEFA Cups, three league cups, one UEFA Super Cup, and one FA Charity Shield. He was the first manager to ever win three consecutive European cups. Away from the pitch, he maintained a successful career in coaching and scouting, including a brief time at the England national team. He retired from football in 1983, aged 61. Paisley is remembered for his immense contribution to the sport, forming a lasting legacy that still echoes throughout every big match around the world.

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