Don Revie Resignation (1974)
Donald George Revie (10 July 1927 – 26 May 1989) was an English football player and manager. He is best known for managing Leeds United from 1961 until 1974, winning the Football League First Division twice and the FA Cup once, before being the England national football team manager for three years.
Lore & Background
In July 1974, Revie accepted the job as the England manager. He had an unsuccessful three years in the role before quitting in highly controversial circumstances to take the management role with the United Arab Emirates.
Did You Know?
- Revie was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in May 1987, which led to his death two years later.
- He has a stand named after him at Elland Road and a statue outside the ground.
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Promotion to First Division (1990)Second Division Relegation (1986)David O'Leary Appointment (2000)Post-War Rebuild (1946–1959)Early League Years (1920–1939)Don Revie Era (1961–1973)Decline and First Relegation (1980–1985)Post-Revie Transition (1973–1979)Howard Wilkinson Era (1991–1999)Championship Struggle (1985–1990)Premier League Dawn (1992–1999)Champions League Era (2000–2004)
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