Wilfred "Wilf" McGuinness is a distinguished figure in the realm of association football, with a storied past as both a player and a manager. His playing career, though brief, was marked by a stint with Manchester United and a limited appearance with the England national team, which was unfortunately cut short due to a broken leg sustained during the 1959-60 season.
Following his playing days, McGuinness remained at Manchester United in a coaching capacity, awaiting the opportunity to transition into a managerial role. That chance arrived in 1969, when he succeeded the legendary Sir Matt Busby as manager of the team, a position he held at the tender age of 31. His tenure, however, was short-lived, as he was relieved of his duties in December 1970.
Undeterred, McGuinness went on to manage several clubs in Greece, including Aris Thessaloniki F.C. and Panachaiki F.C. He also had stints as manager of York City, Hull City, and Bury, serving as caretaker manager for the latter two.
