Quick Info
| Profession | Football manager and former professional player |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 19/10/1954 |
| Age | 71 years |
| Birthplace | Dudley, West Midlands, England |
Latest News about Sam Allardyce
15/06/2025
Sam Allardyce was appointed as the new head coach of Leeds United in June 2025, taking over the club following their relegation to the Championship. The 71-year-old manager, known for his experience in English football and data-driven approach, aims to guide Leeds back to the Premier League. His appointment was confirmed after a period of speculation regarding the club's future direction following a difficult season.
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Bio/Wiki
| Samuel 'Sam' Allardyce is an English football manager and former professional player who played as a centre-half. He is known for his data-driven approach to management, particularly during his tenure at Bolton Wanderers, where he utilized advanced analytics to transform the team's performance. Allardyce has managed numerous clubs in the English Football League and Premier League, achieving promotions with several teams including Bolton, Notts County, and West Ham United. |
Personal Life
| Supported as a boy | Wolverhampton Wanderers |
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Family
| Sam Allardyce has a son, Jack Allardyce, who has also worked in football management and as a coach. |
Career
| Playing career | Bolton Wanderers (1969-1978, 1980s second spell), Sunderland, Millwall, Tampa Bay Rowdies, Coventry City, Huddersfield Town, Preston North End, West Bromwich Albion, Limerick; 578 league and cup appearances over 21 years; promotions with Bolton (1977-78 Second Division title) and Preston (1986-87 Fourth Division) |
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| Managerial career | Limerick (1991-1992, League of Ireland First Division title), Blackpool (1994-1996), Notts County (1997-2000, Division Three title 1997-98), Bolton Wanderers (1999-2007, Premier League promotion 2001, 6th place 2005, UEFA Cup), Newcastle United (2007-2008), Blackburn Rovers (2008-2010), West Ham United (2011-2015, Championship promotion 2012), England (2016, brief stint), Crystal Palace (2017), Everton (2017-2018), West Bromwich Albion (2020-2021), Leeds United (2023) |
| Other roles | Player-manager Limerick, youth coach Preston, assistant manager West Brom |
| Awards | Premier League Manager of the Month (4 times: August 2001, November 2003, January 2004, December 2006) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Supported Wolverhampton Wanderers as a boy | |
| 2. Began coaching while still playing | |
| 3. Transformed Bolton with data analysis and advanced strategies | |
| 4. England manager for two-year deal in 2016 but short tenure | |
| 5. Known for his distinctive moustache which has been a feature throughout his career |