Gary Andrew Speed MBE was a Welsh professional footballer and manager, born on 8 September 1969 and tragically passed away on 27 November 2011. His illustrious career spanned over two decades, playing for several top-tier clubs and managing the Wales national team.
Main Milestones
Birth
8 September 1969
Gary Speed was born in Mancot, Flintshire, Wales, to parents Roger and Carol Speed.
Professional Debut
1988
Speed began his professional career with Leeds United, signing a professional contract on 13 June 1988. He made his first-team debut aged 19 in a goalless draw against Oldham Athletic in the Football League Second Division.
First Division Championship
1991-1992
Speed played a crucial role in Leeds United's First Division championship win in the 1991-1992 season, playing 41 out of 42 games and scoring seven goals.
Transfer to Everton
1996
After eight years with Leeds United, Speed transferred to Everton, where he spent two seasons and scored 16 goals in 58 appearances.
Newcastle United
1998-2004
Speed joined Newcastle United in 1998 and played for the club until 2004, making 213 appearances and scoring 29 goals.
Bolton Wanderers
2004-2008
Speed played for Bolton Wanderers from 2004 to 2008, making 121 appearances and scoring 14 goals.
Sheffield United
2008-2010
Speed joined Sheffield United in 2008 and played for the club until 2010, making 37 appearances and scoring 6 goals.
Managerial Career
2010
Speed was appointed manager of Sheffield United in August 2010 but left the club after a few months to manage the Wales national team.
Wales National Team Manager
14 December 2010 - 27 November 2011
Speed managed the Wales national team until his death, leading the team to five wins in ten matches.
Death
27 November 2011
Gary Speed tragically passed away on 27 November 2011 at the age of 42, leaving behind his wife and two sons.
