Tony Waddington
English footballer and manager
About Tony Waddington
Lived 1924 – 1994 (aged 69). Tony Waddington was a British association football player and association football coach.
Playing career Manchester born Waddington was an amateur with Manchester United before joining Crewe Alexandra just after the end of World War II. He played at wing-half for the "Alex" playing in seven seasons in the Football League Third Division North making 193 appearances scoring eight goals.
Manager
Honours Stoke City Football League Second Division: 1962–63 Football League Cup: 1971–72; runner-up: 1963–64 Watney Cup: 1973
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Who was Tony Waddington?
English footballer and manager (1924–1994)
When was Tony Waddington born?
Tony Waddington was born on 9 November 1924 in Manchester.
When did Tony Waddington die?
Tony Waddington died on 21 January 1994 in England.
What was Tony Waddington's occupation?
Tony Waddington was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Tony Waddington?
Tony Waddington was British.
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