Assistant manager to Manchester United, assistant manager for England, led Middlesbrough to the Uefa Cup final and now England manager.
You’d think that with that sort of resume, McClaren might be an up and coming manager with the ability to inject passion and life into England performances.
You’d be wrong, too.
Here are some notable quotes made during the past year. Each was stated by the named individual; however, my responses were created, and are not meant to represent the views of the individuals. Nor libel them in any way. This is both a factual and...
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Written by Steve Amoia. 15 comments
They’re a fickle sort, the Football Association. 18 games into a four-year contract, Steve McLaren was dismissed following his failure to qualify for Euro 2008.
While fickle, I have to say I totally agree with the FA’s...
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Written by Alan Worrall. 4 comments
The names tied to Steve McLaren’s succession as England manager are flocking, both in the British press as well as abroad. The job divides opinion: some consider it one of the top international posts, while others see it as a poisoned chalice,...
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Written by Marco Pantanella. 12 comments
Italy and England are similar in that after the last World Cup, both their coaches resigned – Lippi and Eriksson. They are also similar in that many people doubted the abilities of their new managers – Donadoni and McClaren....
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Written by Kenny. 6 comments
It’s all over. After 18 matches, 1620 minutes of football and 457 days of management, Steve McClaren has been hounded out of his cushty job as England manager, and he’s taking a fancy paycheck with him. Did he need more guidance? Maybe....
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Written by Tom Sharp. 20 comments
“Wake up. You didn’t lose the game because of the tactics. We’re simply a better team. I admire your team and your players but my team is a much better team.”
That is what the Croat manager had to say after the...
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Written by Andrei. 27 comments
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Written by James Massoud. 38 comments
The genius of his lunacy is sublime. Not even the most advanced sports psychologists have recognised this, so I want you all to remember that I did. Its really quite clear – Steve McClaren wants the boot.
Written by Tom Sharp. 15 comments
When answering this question the average Englishman is probably in the following school of thought.
He will be looking at the cities which will host the Cricket next summer, and look to buy himself grandstand tickets. He will also be thinking...
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Written by Shaun Daley. 4 comments
This website has been highly critical of Steve McClaren’s credentials to manage England – with that in mind, it’s interesting to take a look back at my weekend romp...
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Written by Ahmed Bilal. 33 comments
