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Who was the world's first professional football manager, appointed by Aston Villa in 1886?

  • George Ramsay

  • Bill Shankly

  • Herbert Chapman

  • Matt Busby

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George Ramsay, a Scotsman, was appointed as the world's first professional football manager by Aston Villa in 1886. Under his guidance, the club became renowned for its short, quick combination passing and won numerous titles.
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