Chris Coleman is the new manager of Wales after succeeding Gary Speed on January 19th 2011. The former Fulham and Coventry City boss was the hot favourite in the betting and will be eager to carry on the fine form Wales showed under Speed.

The world of football was left in shock on Sunday 27th November when the news broke that Speed had tragically died. The tributes have since been pouring in from players, managers and supporters for one of the nicest men in the game. A rejuvenated Wales had been on a fantastic run of four wins in five matches and had been looking forward to the World Cup 2014 qualification campaign. Everybody at The Sack Race would like to send our deepest and heartfelt condolences to Gary’s friends and family. RIP Gary Speed, 1969 -2011.

Wales Manager History

• Gary Speed: 2010–2011
• Brian Flynn: 2010 (caretaker manager for 2 matches)
• John Toshack: 2004–2010
• Mark Hughes: 1999–2004
• Bobby Gould: 1995–1999
• Mike Smith: 1994–1995
• John Toshack: 1994
• Terry Yorath: 1988–1993
• David Williams: 1988 (caretaker manager for one match)
• Mike England: 1979–1987
• Mike Smith: 1974–1979
• Ronnie Burgess: 1965 (caretaker manager for one match due to unavailability of Dave Bowen)
• Dave Bowen: 1964–1974
• Jimmy Murphy: 1956–1964
• Walley Barnes: 1954–1955

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