Bobby Robson Former England coach Date of Birth: 18.02.1933 Country: Great Britain

Biography of Bobby Robson

Bobby Robson, also known as Sir Bobby Robson, was an English footballer and football manager. He was born on February 18, 1933, in Sacriston, County Durham, England. Robson had a successful professional career, playing as a forward for three clubs: Fulham, West Bromwich Albion, and the Canadian team Vancouver Royals. He represented the England national team, playing 20 matches and scoring 4 goals. Robson participated in the 1958 and 1962 FIFA World Cups.

After retiring as a player, Robson became a renowned football manager. His coaching career began in 1969 when he took charge of Ipswich Town. He spent 13 years with Ipswich, leading them to great success, including winning the FA Cup in 1978 and the UEFA Cup in 1981.

In 1982, Robson was appointed as the manager of the England national team. He led the team in the 1986 and 1990 FIFA World Cups, as well as the 1988 UEFA European Championship. Despite health issues, including a diagnosis of cancer in 1991, Robson continued to manage various European clubs in the 1990s. He won league titles with clubs in the Netherlands and Portugal and achieved success with Barcelona, winning the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in the 1996/97 season.

Robson's final managerial position was with Newcastle United, where he served from 1999 to 2004. He left a lasting impact on the club and its fans. In recognition of his contributions to football, Robson was knighted in 2002. He was also inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame and served as the honorary president of Ipswich Town.