Glenn Hoddle
Personal information
Full name	Glenn Hoddle
Date of birth	October 27, 1957 (age 49)
Place of birth	Hayes, Middlesex, England
Playing position	Attacking midfielder
Senior clubs1
Years	Club	App (Gls)*
1975-1987 1987-1991 1991-1993 1993-1995	Tottenham Hotspur AS Monaco Swindon Town Chelsea	377 (88) ? (?) 64 (1) 31 (1)
National team
1979-1988	England	53 (8)
Teams managed
1991-1993 1993-1996 1996-1999 2000-2001 2001-2003 2004-2006	Swindon Town Chelsea England Southampton Tottenham Hotspur Wolverhampton Wanderers
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Glenn Hoddle (born October 27, 1957 in Hayes, London) is a football manager and former player for Tottenham Hotspur and England. He has had spells as manager of Swindon Town, Chelsea, England, Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur and most recently Wolverhampton Wanderers. Although he has only enjoyed mixed success as a manager, he is arguably one of the finest British players his era, recognised as an immensely gifted attacking midfielder with superb passing skills and close ball control. Aside from his football career, Hoddle is best known for remarks made in 1999 where he suggested that disabled people were being punished for sins in a previous life. October 27 is the 300th day of the year (301st in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar, with 65 days remaining. ... 1957 (MCMLVII) was a common year starting on Tuesday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Hayes is a town in the London Borough of Hillingdon. ... This article is about the capital of England and the United Kingdom. ... Football (soccer) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia /**/ @import /skins-1. ... In sports, a coach is an individual involved in the direction and instruction of the on-field operations of an athletic team or of individual athletes. ... Tottenham Hotspur Football Club is an English professional football club, who play in the Premier League. ... First international Scotland 0 - 0 England (Partick, Scotland; 30 November 1872) Biggest win Ireland 0 - 13 England (Belfast, Ireland; 18 February 1882) Biggest defeat Hungary 7 - 1 England (Budapest, Hungary; 23 May 1954) World Cup Appearances 12 (First in 1950) Best result Winners, 1966 European Championship Appearances 7 (First in... In association football a midfielder is a player whose position of play is midway between the attacking strikers and the defenders. ...

Playing career

Tottenham Hotspur F.C. (1975-1987)

Glenn Hoddle joined the club as a schoolboy apprentice in April 1974 following the recommendation of another Tottenham legend, Martin Chivers. He successfully overcame knee problems in his early teens and collected England Youth caps prior to making his first-team debut as a 17 year old substitute against Norwich City in August 1975. Spurs drew 2-2. Hoddle was forced to wait until February 1976 to start a First Division match and immediately announced his arrival with a spectacular strike past Stoke City and England goalkeeper Peter Shilton. Martin Harcourt Chivers (born 27 April 1945 in Southampton, Hampshire, England) was an English professional footballer in the 1960s and 1970s. ... Norwich City Football Club (also known as The Canaries, The Yellows, City or (archaic) The Citizens) are an English professional football club based in Norwich, Norfolk. ... Stoke City Football Club (known as Stoke Football Club until 1926) is a football club from Stoke-on-Trent in England. ... First international Scotland 0 - 0 England (Partick, Scotland; 30 November 1872) Biggest win Ireland 0 - 13 England (Belfast, Ireland; 18 February 1882) Biggest defeat Hungary 7 - 1 England (Budapest, Hungary; 23 May 1954) World Cup Appearances 12 (First in 1950) Best result Winners, 1966 European Championship Appearances 7 (First in... Peter Leslie Shilton OBE (born Leicester, England, 18 September 1949) was an outstanding goalkeeper who holds the record for playing more games than any other player. ...

The talented playmaker flourished under the management of Keith Burkinshaw and despite the club's relegation to the Second Division in 1976-77 after 27 seasons of First Division football, a Hoddle inspired Spurs side won promotion to the top flight at the first attempt. As Tottenham's transitional phase continued, Hoddle's enigmatic and often controversial international career began in December 1976 against Wales in an Under-21 fixture. He would collect another seven caps at that level and play twice for the England 'B' team prior to scoring on his full international debut against Bulgaria in November 1979. Manager of Tottenham Hotspur from July 14, 1976 to May 31, 1984. ... First international Scotland 4 - 0 Wales (Glasgow, Scotland; 26 March 1876) Biggest win Wales 11 - 0 Ireland (Wrexham, Wales; 3 March 1888) Biggest defeat Scotland 9 - 0 Wales (Glasgow, Scotland; 23 March 1878) World Cup Appearances 1 (First in 1958) Best result Quarter-finals, 1958 European Championship Appearances none (First...

The 1979-80 campaign heralded the emergence of Hoddle as a top-class player, the 22 year old midfielder scored 19 goals in 41 league appearances and was deservedly awarded the PFA Young Player of the Year award at the end of the season. Critics of Hoddle questioned his stamina and willingness to defend but his natural attacking skills were simply breathtaking and often at odds with the ingrained British football philosophy of tireless running and a strong work ethic. His sublime balance and close control, unrivalled passing and vision and extraordinary shooting ability, both from open play and set pieces, made Hoddle the most gifted English player of his generation. At the end of every English football season the members of the PFA, the players union, vote on which of its young members has played the best football in the previous year. ...

In 1981, he starred as Spurs won the FA Cup for the sixth time, defeating Manchester City in a memorable replay and the following season Tottenham retained the FA Cup (Hoddle scored in both the Final and Final replay) and finished the League campaign in fourth place, the club's best league position since 1971. Hoddle performed as the midfield fulcrum in many of these successes and also contributed magnificently as the team reached the final of the League Cup, losing 3-1 to Liverpool, and the semi-final stage of the European Cup Winners Cup. During the summer of 1982, Hoddle played in two of England's matches in the opening group phase of the FIFA World Cup, starting against Kuwait after a substitute appearance in a 2-0 victory over Czechoslovakia. Note: for the full results of all FA Cup finals, see FA Cup Final The FA Cup - this is the fourth trophy, in use since 1992, and identical in design to the third trophy introduced in 1911. ... Manchester City F.C. is a football club based in Manchester, United Kingdom. ... The Football League Cup, commonly known as the League Cup, is an English football competition. ... Liverpool Football Club are an English professional football club based in Liverpool. ... The Cup Winners Cup was a football club competition between the winners of the European domestic league cups. ... The FIFA World Cup Trophy, which has been awarded to the world champions since 1974. ...

Unfortunately for Tottenham Hotspur and their star player, Hoddle's involvement in the following three seasons was limited by a number of niggling injury problems (he started only 76 of a possible 126 league matches) but nevertheless, Hoddle proved to be the architect behind the team's 1984 UEFA Cup triumph despite missing the Final due to fitness concerns. In October 1983, he dazzled the White Hart Lane crowd with a phenomenal second-round display as Spurs won 6-2 on aggregate against a Feyenoord Rotterdam side containing the legendary Johan Cruyff. Such was the quality of his performance in both matches, the Dutch legend entered the Tottenham dressing room and offered Hoddle his shirt as a sign of respect. The UEFA Cup is a football competition for European club teams, organized by the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA). ... For the railway station of the same name, see White Hart Lane railway station. ... Feyenoord team practice session in 2002. ... Johan Cruijff Johan Cruijff (born April 25, 1947 in Amsterdam) is a Dutch football trainer/coach and former star player. ...

Spurs came close to further honours in the next three seasons, reaching third place in the First Division and the quarter-finals of the UEFA Cup in 1984-85 and another FA Cup Final in 1987, losing 3-2 to Coventry City, the only time the North London club has experienced defeat in the final of the famous knock-out competition. The unexpected loss to the Midlands side was Hoddle's last match for Spurs as newly-appointed AS Monaco manager Arsene Wenger brought him to the principality for a fee of £750,000. Between 1975 and 1987, the gifted playmaker scored 110 goals in 490 first-team matches in all competitions, only four players (Steve Perryman, Pat Jennings, Gary Mabbutt and Cyril Knowles) have made more appearances in a Spurs shirt. At international level, Hoddle won 44 caps for England during his Tottenham career, an inadequate return for such a skilful and charismatic footballer. Coventry City Football Club, otherwise known as the Sky Blues due to the traditional colour of their strip (which itself is sky blue in honour of the sky blue cloth traditionally made in the city), are a football team based in Coventry, England. ... The Association Sportive de Monaco Football Club is a Monegasque football club, founded in 1924. ... Ars ne Wenger (b. ... Steve Perryman (born Ealing, London, December 21, 1951) is a retired English football player. ... The Pat Jennings mural on the Northern Ireland wall of heroes outside Windsor Park Patrick Anthony Jennings OBE (born June 12, 1945 in Newry, County Down, Northern Ireland) is a former football player. ... Gary Mabbutt MBE (born 23 August 1961 in Bristol) is an English former professional football player. ... Cyril Knowles (Fitzwilliam, West Yorkshire, July 13, 1944 – Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, August 30, 1991) was a full-back for Tottenham Hostpur and England. ...

AS Monaco (1987-1991)

Hoddle announced in 1987 that he would be leaving Tottenham Hotspur at the end of the season to pursue a career overseas where his style of play would be appreciated by continental managers and supporters. He joined AS Monaco alongside George Weah and fellow Englishman Mark Hateley and immediately inspired the club to the 1988 Ligue 1 championship, its first league title in six seasons. The Monaco team of the time was managed by Arsene Wenger, later to become manager of Arsenal. Hoddle was voted the Best Foreign Player in French football and would guide the team to the quarter-finals of the European Cup in the 1988-89 campaign. Sadly, a severe knee injury curtailed his career at the highest level and in December 1990, the 33 year old left the club by mutual consent having helped to improve the standing of English footballers in foreign countries. The Association Sportive de Monaco Football Club is a Monegasque football club, founded in 1924. ... George Manneh Oppong Ousman Weah (born October 1, 1966 in Monrovia[1]) is a Liberian politician and former football forward. ... Mark Wayne Hateley (born November 7, 1961) was an English football (soccer) player who played as a centre-forward. ... Ligue 1 (Première division or Division 1 until 2003) is the top division of French and Monegasque football, one of two divisions making up the LFP, the other being Ligue 2. ... Ars ne Wenger (b. ... Arsenal Football Club (also known as Arsenal, The Arsenal or The Gunners) are an English professional football club based in Holloway, north London. ... Champions League Logo The UEFA Champions League is an annual international inter-club football competition between Europes most successful clubs, regarded as the most prestigious club trophy in the sport. ...

During his three and a half year spell in France, Hoddle represented England nine times, making his international farewell against the Soviet Union in June 1988. He returned to England and signed for Chelsea on a non-contract basis, leaving Stamford Bridge in March 1991 (without playing a senior match) to assume his first managerial post as player-manager of Swindon Town. Chelsea Football Club (also known as The Blues or previously The Pensioners) are an English professional football club based in west London. ... Swindon Town Football Club are an English football team based in Swindon, Wiltshire. ...

England international career (1979-1988)

Though regarded as a genius with the ball at his feet, Hoddle was considered an enigmatic and unreliable player to international managers guilty of over-emphasising hard work and physical prowess instead of technical ability and attacking creativity. He was included in the 1982 and 1986 FIFA World Cup squads, playing an important role in the latter campaign when England reached the quarter-finals against Argentina. Hoddle was one of the England players left behind by Diego Maradona as he burst from inside his own half to score his second goal in England's 2-1 defeat. Hoddle also featured prominently in the European Championship squads of 1980 and 1988, making his 53rd and final international appearance during the latter tournament. The 1982 Football World Cup was held in Spain. ... The 1986 Football World Cup was held in Mexico from May 31 to June 29. ... The FIFA World Cup Trophy, which has been awarded to the world champions since 1974. ... Diego Armando Maradona (born October 30, 1960) is an Argentine former football player. ... The Goal of the Century, also known as Greatest Goal in FIFA World Cup History, was an award given for the greatest goal ever scored in a FIFA World Cup finals. ... The UEFA European Championship is the main football competition of the mens national football teams governed by the UEFA. Held every four years since 1960, in the even-numbered year between World Cup tournaments, it was originally called the European Nations Cup, changing to the name European Football Championship... The 1980 European Football Championship (Euro 80) final tournament was held in Italy. ... Ruud Gullit lifts the trophy after winning the cup with the Netherlands The 1988 European Football Championship (Euro 88) final tournament was held in West Germany. ...

Hoddle's talent is widely appreciated abroad; less so in England. Arsene Wenger, who worked with him at Monaco, recalled: 'His control was superb and he had perfect body balance. His skill in both feet was uncanny... I couldn't understand why he hadn't been appreciated in England. Perhaps he was a star in the wrong period, years ahead of his time.' Ars ne Wenger (b. ...

Michel Platini famously attacked the English for neglecting creativity; had Hoddle been born French, he said, 'he would have won 150 caps'. As Jean-Luc Ettori, Monaco's club captain at the time, put it: 'For us Glenn was le bon dieu - he was a god. There's nothing else to say.' Michel François Platini (born June 21, 1955) is a French former football manager and midfielder, and now president of UEFA, the Union of European Football Associations. ... Jean-Luc Ettori (born July 29, 1955) is a former French football goalkeeper. ...

Honours (as a player)

• 1981 FA Cup (1-1 aet, 3-2 Manchester City F.C.)
• 1981 FA Community Shield (shared) (2-2 Aston Villa F.C.)
• 1982 FA Cup (1-1 aet, 1-0 Queens Park Rangers F.C.)
• 1984 UEFA Cup (2-2 on aggregate, 4-3 on penalties R.S.C. Anderlecht)
• 1988 Ligue 1 French championship

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Managerial career

Swindon Town F.C. (1991-1993)

Glenn Hoddle arrived at a troubled club with The Robins badly affected by a financial scandal which had seen them stripped of promotion to the First Division at the end of the 1989-90 season, a controversy which had negatively impacted the team's league form. Hoddle prevented Swindon from slipping into the Third Division and further improvement throughout the 1991-92 season saw the Wiltshire club finish ninth, just missing out on a play-off place. Swindon reached the new Division One play-offs in 1993 and beat Leicester City F.C. 4-3 at Wembley, and were then promoted to the Premier League. The 36-year-old Hoddle was one of the most highly rated young managers in England and many bigger clubs were demanding his services. He eventually returned to Chelsea and was succeeded at Swindon by his assistant and former Spurs team-mate John Gorman. From 1889 until 1992, this was the highest division overall of organized football in England. ... From the 1992-93 to the 2003-04 season, the Football League Third Division was the third-highest division of The Football League and the fourth-highest division in the overall English football league system. ... Wiltshire (abbreviated Wilts) is a large southern English county. ... Wembley Stadium (often called Wembley) is a football stadium in Wembley, London. ... Chelsea Football Club (also known as The Blues or previously The Pensioners) are an English professional football club based in west London. ... John Gorman born August 16, 1949 in Winchburgh, West Lothian, Scotland is a former football player and coach. ...

Chelsea F.C. (1993-1996)

In June 1993, Hoddle became player-manager of Chelsea (he retired from the playing side in 1995). His assistant at Chelsea was the former Tottenham manager Peter Shreeves, and they reached the FA Cup final in Hoddle's first season, where they lost 4-0 to Manchester United. But United had done the double, and consolation for their failure to win the trophy came in the form of a Cup Winners' Cup place. Chelsea reached the semi finals of that competition in 1994-95 and lost by a single goal to Real Zaragoza, who went on to beat Arsenal in the final. Hoddle guided Chelsea to the FA Cup semi finals in 1995-96, but was unable to take them beyond 11th place in the Premiership - they had occupied this final position three times in four years. Hoddle's three-year reign at Chelsea came to an end in 1996 when he accepted the England manager's job. He had not won any trophies during his time at the Bridge, but had come close in each season. He also signed big names such as Mark Hughes and Ruud Gullit, who were to be instrumental figures in the club's future success. ΓPeter Shreeves (born 1945) is a former English football player, manager and coach. ... Manchester United Football Club are a world-famous English football club, based at the Old Trafford stadium in Trafford, Greater Manchester, and are one of the most popular sports clubs in the world, with over 50 million supporters worldwide. ... The Cup Winners Cup was a football club competition between the winners of the European domestic cup competitions. ... The season 1993-94 of the European Cup Winners Cup was won by Real Zaragoza in the final against defending champions Arsenal FC. The Cup Winners Cup curse, which saw no defending champion retain the trophy, therefore struck again. ... Real Zaragoza is a Spanish football team from Zaragoza in Aragón. ... Arsenal Football Club (also known as Arsenal, The Arsenal or The Gunners) are an English professional football club based in Holloway, north London. ... The 1995-1996 season was the 116th season of competitive football in England. ... Leslie Mark Hughes (born November 1, 1963 in Ruabon, Wrexham, Wales), nicknamed Sparky, is a legendary former Welsh football player and currently a manager at Blackburn Rovers. ... Ruud Gullit (born September 1, 1962) is a Dutch footballer coach and former player, who played professionally in the 1980s and 1990s. ...

England (1996-1999)

On the international stage, Hoddle guided England to qualification for the 1998 World Cup, securing the team's entry with a memorable 0-0 draw in Rome against Italy. However, he caused controversy by omitting Paul Gascoigne from the squad and installing supposed faith healer Eileen Drewery as part of the England coaching staff, which led to the team being dubbed "The Hod Squad".^[1] They reached the Second Round of the 1998 tournament, losing on penalties to Argentina in a game noted for the ignominious sending off of David Beckham. Hoddle came under fire after a disappointing start to the Euro 2000 qualifying campaign The 1998 Football World Cup was held in France by the FIFA decision in July 1992. ... Nickname: The Eternal City Motto: SPQR: Senatus PopulusQue Romanus Location of the city of Rome (yellow) within the Province of Rome (red) and region of Lazio (grey) Coordinates: Region Lazio Province Province of Rome Founded 21 April 753 BC  - Mayor Walter Veltroni Area    - City 1285 km²  (580 sq mi)  - Urban... Paul John Gascoigne (born 27 May 1967 in Gateshead, England), often referred to by his nickname Gazza, is a former English football player. ... Faith healer redirects here. ... David Beckham David Robert Joseph Beckham OBE (born May 2, 1975) is an English footballer born in Leytonstone, London. ... The 2000 UEFA European Championship, or Euro 2000, was the 11th edition of the UEFA European Championship, a competition between the national football teams of Europe held every four years and organised by UEFA, footballs governing body in Europe. ...

Controversy over expression of religious beliefs

Hoddle was sacked in February 1999 after he appeared in an interview with The Times newspaper where he suggested that disabled people were being punished for sins in a previous life. Thereupon followed an uproar, which included criticism by then Sports Minister Tony Banks and Prime Minister Tony Blair in a television interview. Banks said he "would be surprised if he (Hoddle) remained in his job" and Blair stated that the comments were "very wrong" and that it "would be very difficult for him (Hoddle) to stay". Blair was later criticised in the Daily Telegraph and the Italian newspaper La Stampa newspaper as well as by former FA Chairman Bert Millichip, former Prime Minister John Major and then Leader of the Opposition William Hague for interfering in an affair which did not concern him and calling for Hoddle's dismissal.^[2].^{[3][4][5][6][7]} The Daily Mail criticized Blair for interfering to try to gain popularity^[8] The Times is a national newspaper published daily in the United Kingdom since 1785, and under its current name since 1788. ... Tony Banks can mean: Tony Banks the musician, from Genesis Tony Banks the politician, MP for West Ham Tony Banks the NFL quarterback This is a disambiguation page — a navigational aid which lists other pages that might otherwise share the same title. ... For other people of the same name, see Tony Blair (disambiguation) Anthony Charles Lynton Blair (born May 6, 1953)[1] is the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, First Lord of the Treasury, Minister for the Civil Service, Leader of the Labour Party, and Member of Parliament for the constituency... This article deals with The Daily Telegraph in Britain, see The Daily Telegraph (Australia) for the Australian publication The Daily Telegraph is a British broadsheet newspaper founded in 1855. ... La Stampa is one of the best-known and most widely sold Italian daily newspapers, published in Turin and distributed in Italy and in other nations in Europe. ... Sir Frederick Albert (Bert) Millichip (August 5, 1914 - December 18, 2002) was an English association footballer best known for his sometimes controversial contributions to the administration of the game. ... Sir John Major, KG, CH, PC (born 29 March 1943) was Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and leader of the British Conservative Party from 1990 to 1997. ... William Jefferson Hague (born March 26, 1961) is a British politician, the Member of Parliament for Richmond, North Yorkshire, former leader of the Conservative Party, and current Shadow Foreign Secretary. ...

According to one BBC poll, 90% of respondents believed Hoddle should not continue as English coach.^[9] However, public opinion was very divided, as a BBC survey showed - while many considered his comments insensitive to the disabled, others defended his right to express his religious beliefs, claiming that to sack him would constitute religious discrimination, and pointing out that similar views are held in major world religions such as Hinduism and Buddhism.^[10] Newspapers in India, where Hoddle's views would be considered mainstream expressed surprise at the extent of the uproar.^[11] Comments about Hoddle which were far nastier to him personally than the comments he himself is alleged to have made were printed in the British press.^[12] Hoddle stated that he was not prepared to resign and claimed his words were misinterpreted and pointed out his contributions and commitment to organisations helping the disabled.^[13][14] F.A. terminated Hoddle's contract soon afterwards,^[15] which was welcomed by representatives of disabled groups.^[16] The disabled rights campaigner Lord Ashley however, while criticizing Hoddle's views, defended his right to express them, likening the campaign against Hoddle to a "witchhunt" and considered Hoddle's dismissal "a sad day for British tolerance and freedom of speech."^[17],^[18] a view which was shared by the Daily Mirror and Daily Mail^[19] and in several foreign newspapers.^[20][21] Some writers consider that the remarks were used as a pretext to get rid of Hoddle.^[22] Hoddle apologised for the offence that had been caused, stating it had never been his intention^[23] continued to fundraise for disabled groups after being dismissed.^[24] Religious discrimination is valuing a person or group lower because of their religion, or treating someone differently because of what they do or dont believe. ... Hinduism (known as in some modern Indian languages[1]) is a religion that originated on the Indian subcontinent. ... Buddhism is a dharmic, non-theistic religion and a philosophy. ... The Football Association (The FA) is the governing body of football in England and the Crown dependencies of Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man. ... Alternate newspaper: The Daily Mirror (Australia) The Daily Mirror is a popular British tabloid daily newspaper. ... The Daily Mail is a British, tabloid newspaper, first published in 1896. ...

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Southampton F.C. (2000-2001)

Hoddle was back in football within a year as Southampton manager, succeeding Dave Jones, who had been suspended in order to concentrate on clearing his name in connection with child abuse charges. Although these charges were later found to be false, Jones was not re-instated and Hoddle continued to be manager. Hoddle kept the Saints in the Premiership against all odds but left acrimoniously in March 2001 to return to Tottenham as manager. Southampton Football Club (originally St Marys YMA) are an English football team, nicknamed The Saints. ... Dave Jones (born August 17, 1956 in Liverpool) is an English football manager currently in charge of Cardiff City F.C. // Playing career Like most professional managers in the game, he enjoyed a career as a player in his early years. ... Child abuse is the physical or psychological maltreatment of a child, often synonymous with the term child maltreatment or the term child abuse and neglect. ... 2001 (MMI) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar. ...

Tottenham Hotspur F.C. (2001-2003)

Tottenham Hotspur's league record in the decade leading up to Hoddle's appointment was disappointing. Hoddle was determined to establish them as a top playing side, and during his first season he had some wonderful opportunities to succeed. Tottenham reached the League Cup final but lost 2-1 to Blackburn Rovers, who lifted the trophy for the first time in their history. The club's promising early season form dwindled away into mediocrity and they finished ninth in the Premiership, an improvement on the previous season's 11th place but hardly impressive. Spurs began the 2002-03 season in fine form and Hoddle was named Premiership Manager of the Month for August 2002 after they ended the month top of the league. Although few people expected them to stay there, 10th place in the final table was still disappointing. The pressure began to build up on Hoddle and he was sacked in September 2003 after a dismal start to the season, in which the team picked up just four points from their opening six league games and lay in the Premiership drop zone. Ironically, his final game in charge was a 3-1 loss to old side Southampton. It was an unhappy end to Hoddle's association with Spurs, although he will always be remembered fondly for his time as a player with the club. The Football League Cup, commonly known as the League Cup, is an English football competition. ... Blackburn Rovers Football Club are an English Premier League football club based in the town of Blackburn, Lancashire. ... The 2002-2003 season was the 123rd season of competitive football (soccer) in England, from August 2002 to July 2003: // England national team Key: ECQ = 2004 European Championship qualifiers, F = Friendly; scores are written England first European club competitions UEFA Champions League Manchester United - Quarter finals Arsenal - Second group phase...

Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. (2004-2006)

Glenn Hoddle made his football comeback in December 2004 with Wolverhampton Wanderers, again succeeding Dave Jones. Wolves had just been relegated from the Premiership and decided it was time for a change of manager after a dismal start to the 2004-05 Championship campaign. Hoddle steadied the boat and Wolves lost just one of their final 25 league games. But their hopes of making a late run to the playoffs were ended because 15 of their remaining games after Hoddle's appointment ended in draws. Wolves began 2005-06 among the favourites for promotion to the Premiership, their squad retaining many premiership players. Hoddle added to this base, signing the Polish striker Tomasz Frankowski for £1.4 million. But Hoddle's preferred playing style - viewed by many as pedestrian and over-complicated[1] - meant that Wolves still drew far too many games. They finished one place outside the playoff zone - two places higher than the year before, but a full 8 points off the play-offs. Crucially, failure to achieve promotion meant the end of the Premiership parachute payments upon which Wolves were financially dependent. Wolves Chief Executive referred to the season as 'a complete disaster. [A top-six finish] was our publicly stated minimum target and everyone accepts it should have been achieved.'[2] It was to the surprise and disappointment of many fans, then, when the Wolves board announced that Hoddle's job was safe. Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. are an English football club playing at Molineux. ... The 2004-2005 season was the 125th season of competitive football in England. ... The 2005-2006 season was the 126th season of competitive football in England. ... Tomasz Frankowski, born August 16, 1974 in BiaÅ‚ystok, is a Polish footballer who currently plays for CD Tenerife and the Polish national team. ...

The manager set about overhauling his squad, allowing several key players to leave on free transfers. Then, on 1 July 2006, Hoddle resigned, stating: "I feel my expectations and the club's have drifted too far apart and this decision has been made early for the benefit of the club." Many commentators and supporters felt that this claim was disingenuous, since the club's financial dependence on promotion was widely publicised. Leaving the club, with a newly threadbare squad, also drew anger from many fans who believed Hoddle had destroyed any chance of a good preparation for the new season. Soon, though, most were glad Hoddle's tenure was over, and the appointment of Mick McCarthy as his successor, with only three weeks and no money to build a squad before the start of the new season, demonstrated that a good manager can mount a convincing promotion push in less than perfect circumstances. [3] [4] July 1 is the 182nd day of the year (183rd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar, with 183 days remaining. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... Michael Joseph McCarthy (born 7 February 1959) is a former professional football player who moved into club management with Millwall, the Republic of Ireland, Sunderland, and currently Wolverhampton Wanderers. ...

Quotes

Jasper Carrott once remarked of Hoddle: Jasper Carrott - (Audio tape cover) Jasper Carrott OBE (born Robert Davis, March 14, 1945) is an English comedian (declaring himself world famous in Birmingham). Born in Acocks Green, Birmingham, he was educated at Moseley School. ...

I hear Glenn Hoddle has found God. That must have been one hell of a pass.^[26]

Hoddle lost his job as England manager immediately after being quoted as saying:

You and I have been physically given two hands and two legs and a half-decent brain. Some people have not been born like that for a reason. The karma is working from another lifetime.^[27]

Notes

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External links

• Glenn Hoddle management career stats at Soccerbase
• Hoddle quotes
• Hoddle quits as Wolves Manager (1st July 2006)