With Shaun Teale (ex Villa) and Rob Carless (author) a Bi Weekly light hearted look at the footballing world…
Shaun Teale is an English football manager and former professional footballer known for his role as a defender. He was born on March 10, 1964, in Southport, England. Here’s an overview of his career:
- Playing Career: Teale began his football career in non-league football with clubs like Southport and Weymouth before moving to AFC Bournemouth in 1989. His most notable stint was with Aston Villa, where he joined in 1991 and played a key role in their second-place finish in the inaugural Premier League season of 1992-1993 and their League Cup win in 1994. He also played for Tranmere Rovers, Preston North End, Motherwell, Carlisle United, and had a brief spell in Hong Kong with Sing Tao. His career ended in 2004 after playing for various non-league teams.
- Management: After retiring as a player, Teale managed several teams including Burscough, Northwich Victoria, and Chorley.
- Personal Life: Following his football career, he managed a pub and restaurant in Burscough and even came out of retirement briefly to play for a local Sunday league team. He has also been involved in charity work, notably participating in the 2.6 Challenge for the Aston Villa Foundation.
- Legacy: Teale is remembered for his no-nonsense defending style and his journey from non-league football to the heights of the Premier League. His book, “Here, There & Everywhere,” discusses his experiences and journey in football
Rob Carless is an author known for his work on popular and sub-culture topics. He writes about the connection between performances and their audiences, covering subjects like football and music culture. Rob maintains a weekly blog on these subjects and is represented by Simon Goodyear from Goodyear Publications. His work can be found on his personal website, Bobs Books 66, where he offers insights into the synchronicity between the terraces, turntables, and the stories that unfold in these contexts.
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