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The goalkeeper is the jewel in the crown and getting at him should be almost impossible. It's the biggest sin in football to make him do any work.

George Graham

Every time I turn on the television and hear a manager from the lower divisions, they've usually got a Scottish accent. I don't know the reason for that but let's hope it continues. I like the philosophy of Scottish managers, they've always got this will to win and this work ethic, which I believe in.

George Graham

That's the only thing I would say that I wanted from all my players: to have that philosophy of hard work when we haven't got it and perform when we have got it.

George Graham

I always think in English football that it's nice to have a combination of different types of players, so then they can all gel together.

George Graham

I've always thought I'm a perfectionist – and that might not be the truth! – but you always look and see if there are any weaknesses.

George Graham

In football, yeah, sometimes you get these multitalented individuals where that's all they want to do: when the team's got the ball, I'll play but, when we haven't got the ball, I'll go and have a rest.

George Graham

George Graham

George Graham

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Born: November 30, 1944 (age 80)

Bio: George Graham is a Scottish former football player and manager. He made 455 appearances in the Football League as a midfielder or forward for Aston Villa, Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United, Portsmouth and Crystal Palace.

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