Graham Taylor
Born: September 15, 1944
Died: January 12, 2017 (aged 72)
Hometown: Worksop, England
Nationality: 
English
English
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Managerial | 1972-1977 | Lincoln City |
| 1977-1987 | Watford | |
| 1987-1990 | Aston Villa | |
| 1990-1993 | England | |
| 1994-1995 | Wolverhampton Wanderers | |
| 1996-2001 | Watford | |
| 2002-2003 | Aston Villa | |
Sports Mole has 57 articles about Graham Taylor. Articles 1 to 40:
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.
Jul 17, 22:30
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.
Mar 31, 07:47
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.
Jun 7, 11:34
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.
May 24, 19:51
Tuesday's sporting social: Sol Bamba receives messages of support
We look at some of the best examples from January 12.
Jan 12, 18:45
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.
Dec 8, 12:50
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.
Sep 24, 10:00
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.
May 19, 07:35
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.
May 16, 16:16
Cleverley: Watford want to prove people wrong
The Hornets are seventh in the Premier League following their win at Crystal Palace.
Jan 13, 13:27
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.
Nov 13, 14:06
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.
Jan 12, 20:16
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.
Sep 14, 18:13
Jack Grealish ruled out until 2018?
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce reveals that midfielder Jack Grealish could be sidelined until 2018 with kidney problems.
Aug 1, 17:30
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.
Feb 17, 14:42
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.
Feb 1, 12:41
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.
Jan 31, 22:05
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.
Jan 14, 21:46
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.
Jan 13, 12:46
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.
Jan 13, 11:20
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.
Jan 12, 14:23
Former England manager Graham Taylor dies, aged 72
Former England and Aston Villa manager Graham Taylor dies, aged 72.
Jan 12, 13:17
Preview: Arsenal vs. Watford
Sports Mole looks ahead to Sunday's FA Cup quarter-final between holders Arsenal and Watford at the Emirates Stadium.
Mar 11, 14:35
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.
Nov 17, 06:00
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.
Oct 14, 11:53
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.
Jun 17, 08:00
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.
Jun 7, 06:23
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.
Jun 6, 22:07
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.
May 6, 21:06
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.
Apr 2, 01:58
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.
Feb 20, 23:55
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.
Jan 25, 17:07
England vs. San Marino: Previous meetings
Sports Mole looks back on the four previous encounters between England and minnows San Marino.
Oct 8, 11:10
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.
Sep 8, 09:32
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.
Sep 3, 11:40
Graham Taylor: 'Players pressured by club managers'
Former England manager Graham Taylor claims that players pulling out of international duty is nothing new.
Jun 23, 09:54
Graham Taylor: 'England are unlucky'
Former England manager Graham Taylor believes that the team is unlucky to be leaving the World Cup so early.
Jun 22, 12:50
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.
Jun 15, 09:56
Graham Taylor: 'I believe Aston Villa has been sold'
Graham Taylor believes that Aston Villa's American owner Randy Lerner has sold the club.
May 10, 20:08
Graham Taylor disagrees with Sol Campbell race claim
Former England manager Graham Taylor dismisses Sol Campbell's claim that he was denied captaining the national team because of his race.
Mar 3, 13:33
