Wilf McGuinness
Biography
Wilfred "Wilf" McGuinness is a former assocation footballer and manager whose brief playing career for Manchester United and England ended when he was just 22 years old following a broken leg in the 1959-60 season. He remained at United in a coaching role before succeeding Sir Matt Busby as manager in 1969, aged just 31. He was sacked in December 1970. Subsequently he managed Aris Thessaloniki F.C. and Panachaiki F.C. in Greece, York City and as caretaker manager, Hull City and Bury.
Known For & Full Filmography2 Titles
Movie - 2021, 2h 15m • as Self
The United Way is the legendary story of one of the most iconic sports teams in the world, Manchester United, from their humblest of beginnings to a behemoth with over 650 million supporters worldwide. Presented by Eric Cantona and featuring Charlton, Best, Cantona, Beckham, and Ronaldo, alongside stunning archival and never-before-seen footage, The United Way celebrates the global phenomenon of a unifying club for the people, by the people.
Movie - 2019, 2h 15m • as Self
The story of Manchester United legend Sir Matt Busby.