Jack Charlton started a glittering  football career with Leeds. He was part of the England team that won the World Cup in 1966. Jack Charlton has received 35 England caps.

Embarking on a career in management, Jack Charlton managed Middlesborough, Sheffield Wednesday and Newcastle FC.  In the mid- 80s, Jack managed the Republic of Ireland Football team and this role led him to be considered an Irish hero.

Now retired from football , Jack still continues to make regular TV appearances, in addition to pursuing his interest in fishing, field sports and countryside life.

Born 8th May 1935
Education: Hirst Park School in Ashington
Married in 1958 to Patricia. They have 2 sons & 1 daughter.

Jack Charlton Playing Career

• Leeds Utd 1952 - 73
• 35 full England caps 1965 - 70

Honours as player

• League Championship 1969
• FA Cup winners 1972 (runners up 1965 and 1970)
• League Cup 1968
• Fairs Cup 1968 and 1971 (runners up 1967)
• World Cup winners England v West Germany 1966

Management Career

• Middlesbrough 1973 - 77
• Sheffield Wednesday 1977 - 83
• Newcastle Utd 1984 - 85
• Republic of Ireland 1986 - Dec 1995

Honours as manager

• Division 2 Championship with Middlesbrough 1974
• promotion to Division 2 with Sheffield Wednesday 1980
• Qualified with Republic of Ireland for European Championships in West Germany 1988
• World Cup Italy 1990 and USA 1994