Wales Football Manager

Career:
I signed as a schoolboy for Manchester United at 14, and as
a professional for them at 17. I’ve played for Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Southampton, Everton and Blackburn.

Inspiration:
I’ve always enjoyed football. I had lots of encouragement from my family and my schoolteachers, and I had a little luck on the way, which always helps.

Career introduction:
I was given a football for the first time at the age of 4 or 5! I’ve always had a football.

Big break:
When I went for my trial at Manchester United at the age of 14. I did well and they asked me to sign.

Highlight:
Winning trophies is always a highlight, and I’ve had a good deal of success in that, and of course, the debut for your country is very important. I won the first of my 72 caps for Wales back in 1984, when I scored the winner against England - we were playing them in Wrexham, my home town, of all places!

Another highlight was being awarded the MBE for services to football in 1998. Also, I took over as the manager of Wales during the 99/00 Season.

Low:
I haven’t really had one, ever, because I’ve always played football.

Tips:
Work hard, and listen to people who know better than you. Be dedicated, prepare well and train properly.