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Graham Taylor

Born: September 15, 1944
Died: January 12, 2017 (aged 72)

Hometown: Worksop, England
Nationality: England flag English
Graham Taylor in the dugout during his time with Aston Villa in March 2002.
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Career History
Managerial1972-1977Lincoln City
1977-1987Watford
1987-1990Aston Villa
1990-1993England
1994-1995Wolverhampton Wanderers
1996-2001Watford
2002-2003Aston Villa
Sports Mole has 58 articles about Graham Taylor. Articles 1 to 40:
England manager Thomas Tuchel pictured on April 16, 2024
Thomas Tuchel's first England game: How every Three Lions manager has fared in their opening match
Ahead of Thomas Tuchel's first game as England manager, Sports Mole looks at how previous Three Lions bosses have fared in their opening games.
1 day ago
England manager Gareth Southgate celebrates after the match on June 13, 2021
How many times have England won the European Championship?
Have England ever won the Euros before? Sports Mole takes a look at the Three Lions' record at the tournament and how far they have gone in previous years.
246 days ago
Liverpool's Diogo Jota celebrates scoring their first goal with Luis Diaz and Jordan Henderson on March 16, 2022
Preview: Liverpool vs. Watford - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Liverpool and Watford, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
3 years ago
Wales caretaker manager Robert Page pictured on March 27, 2021
Bobby Gould backs "Quiet Man" Robert Page to inspire Wales at Euro 2020
Rhondda-born Rob Page won 41 caps before going on to manage his country.
4 years ago
General view of Watford's Vicarage Road from April 2018
Watford appoint Richard Johnson and Jimmy Gilligan to academy roles
Ex-Hornets midfielder Richard Johnson has been named academy director and former striker Gilligan will take up the role of head of technical development.
4 years ago
Cardiff City captain Sol Bamba celebrates after scoring against Southampton on February 9, 2019
Tuesday's sporting social: Sol Bamba receives messages of support
We look at some of the best examples from January 12.
4 years ago
Graham Taylor in the dugout during his time with Aston Villa in March 2002.
England vs. Poland: A look at previous meetings between qualifying opponents
The two countries have met each other 17 times in competitive fixtures and will clash again in qualifying for the 2022 Qatar World Cup.
4 years ago
David Beckham pictured on October 2, 2018
Ryan Reynolds in line to join ranks of celebrity sporting owners
From David Beckham to Donald Trump, many celebrities have invested in sports teams - with varying degrees of success.
4 years ago
A general shot of the FA Cup trophy ahead of the 2019 final on May 18, 2019
On this day: Everton beat Watford in 1984 FA Cup final
Graeme Sharp and Andy Gray scored Everton's goals in a 2-0 win.
5 years ago
John Stones and Troy Deeney in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Watford on December 4, 2018
Preview: Manchester City vs. Watford - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the 138th FA Cup final, including team news and predicted lineups, as Manchester City go in search of a treble against Watford.
6 years ago
Tom Cleverley in action for Watford on December 22, 2018
Cleverley: Watford want to prove people wrong
The Hornets are seventh in the Premier League following their win at Crystal Palace.
6 years ago
Wayne Rooney playing for England in November 2014
Preview: England vs. USA - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's international farewell for Wayne Rooney as England host USA at Wembley, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
6 years ago
Hull City manager Marco Silva during the Premier League match against Southampton on April 29, 2017
Watford boss Marco Silva pays tribute to Graham Taylor
Watford manager Marco Silva pays tribute to club legend Graham Taylor on the one-year anniversary of his death.
7 years ago
Generic image of a locker room
Graham Taylor 'warned of abuse claims'
Late former Aston Villa manager Graham Taylor was allegedly "warned" about the sexual abuse of young players in the 1980s.
8 years ago
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on July 30, 2016
Jack Grealish ruled out until 2018?
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce reveals that midfielder Jack Grealish could be sidelined until 2018 with kidney problems.
8 years ago
Generic image of a locker room
Watford to honour Graham Taylor with statue
Watford announce that they will build a statue honouring former manager Graham Taylor, who passed away last month.
8 years ago
Generic image of a locker room
Sir Alex Ferguson joins mourners at funeral of former Watford boss Graham Taylor
Sir Alex Ferguson joins numerous football figures as they pay their respects at the funeral for former Watford and England manager Graham Taylor.
8 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Troy Deeney dedicates victory over Arsenal to Graham Taylor
Troy Deeney insists that Watford were good value for their victory over Arsenal - a win that he dedicates to former manager Graham Taylor, who died earlier this month.
8 years ago
Walter Mazzarri watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Watford on December 14, 2016
Walter Mazzarri: 'Graham Taylor tributes very emotional'
Walter Mazzarri suggests that his Watford players were affected by the emotional scenes prior to the meeting with Middlesbrough, which contributed to the goalless draw.
8 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Wolverhampton Wanderers, Aston Villa discussing Graham Taylor tribute
Wolverhampton Wanderers and Aston Villa are in discussions with Graham Taylor's family over a "fitting" tribute to the late manager.
8 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Arsene Wenger pays tribute to "honest" Graham Taylor
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger pays tribute to the "honest" and "educated" Graham Taylor following the former England manager's death on Thursday.
8 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Tributes flood in for former England manager Graham Taylor
Sports Mole rounds up a selection of tributes paid to former England boss Graham Taylor following his death from a suspected heart attack, aged 72.
8 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Former England manager Graham Taylor dies, aged 72
Former England and Aston Villa manager Graham Taylor dies, aged 72.
8 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Preview: Arsenal vs. Watford
Sports Mole looks ahead to Sunday's FA Cup quarter-final between holders Arsenal and Watford at the Emirates Stadium.
9 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: England's Ian Wright nets four goals against San Marino
Twenty-two years ago today, Ian Wright scored four goals as England recorded a 7-1 victory over San Marino.
9 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
100% European Championships qualifying records: How they fared
As England qualify for the European Championships with a 100% winning record, Sports Mole looks at the four other nations that have achieved that feat.
9 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Gary Lineker exits international stage
Twenty-three years ago today, Gary Lineker made his final appearance for England in a game against Sweden that would see him controversially substituted.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Graham Taylor backs Roy Hodgson's England squad selection
Roy Hodgson was right to include the uncapped trio of Charlie Austin, Jamie Vardy and Tom Heaton in his England squad, says former Three Lions boss Graham Taylor.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Former England boss Graham Taylor wants Roy Hodgson stay
Former England manager Graham Taylor says that he would like to see current boss Roy Hodgson remain in the job for as long as possible.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Graham Taylor denies being pressured to 'limit black players'
Graham Taylor claims that an alleged conversation held with FA chiefs where he was told to limit the number of black players in the England squad did not take place.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Five ex-England managers back Football Association reforms
Greg Dyke's plan to increase the number of home-grown players in the Premier League receives backing from five ex-England managers.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Graham Taylor: 'Randy Lerner must slash Aston Villa price'
Graham Taylor says that Randy Lerner should lower his asking for price for Aston Villa in the best interests of the club.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Graham Taylor: 'Victory important for Aston Villa'
Graham Taylor insists that victory was the most important thing for Aston Villa against Bournemouth in the FA Cup fourth round.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
England vs. San Marino: Previous meetings
Sports Mole looks back on the four previous encounters between England and minnows San Marino.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Graham Taylor urges Roy Hodgson backing
Former England boss Graham Taylor believes that current manager Roy Hodgson should be given time to build a team ahead of Euro 2016.
11 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
England vs. Norway: Top five previous meetings
Ahead of tonight's meeting at Wembley, Sports Mole picks out five of the best previous clashes between England and Norway.
11 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Graham Taylor: 'Players pressured by club managers'
Former England manager Graham Taylor claims that players pulling out of international duty is nothing new.
11 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Graham Taylor: 'England are unlucky'
Former England manager Graham Taylor believes that the team is unlucky to be leaving the World Cup so early.
11 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Graham Taylor: 'Wayne Rooney on the left isn't working'
Former England manager Graham Taylor claims that playing Wayne Rooney on the left isn't working as the striker needs to be playing centrally to be at his best.
11 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Graham Taylor: 'I believe Aston Villa has been sold'
Graham Taylor believes that Aston Villa's American owner Randy Lerner has sold the club.
11 years ago
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Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Liverpool29217169274270
2Arsenal291610353242958
3Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest29166749351454
4Chelsea29147853371649
5Manchester CityMan City29146955401548
6Newcastle UnitedNewcastle2814594738947
7Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton29121164842647
8Fulham2912984338545
9Aston Villa2912984145-445
10Bournemouth29128948361244
11Brentford29125125045541
12Crystal Palace2810993633339
13Manchester UnitedMan Utd29107123740-337
14Tottenham HotspurSpurs291041555431234
15Everton2971393236-434
16West Ham UnitedWest Ham2997133349-1634
17Wolverhampton WanderersWolves2975174058-1826
18Ipswich TownIpswich2938182862-3417
19Leicester CityLeicester2945202565-4017
20Southampton2923242170-499


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