Former Manchester United manager Tommy Docherty dies aged 92

ByEurosport

Updated 31/12/2020 at 17:37 GMT

Tommy Docherty, popularly known as 'The Doc', has died after a long illness at the age of 92, his family announced on Thursday. He was best known for his five-year spell at Manchester United. He went on to manage 12 clubs, leading Chelsea to the 1965 League Cup title and he guided United to a 2-1 win over Liverpool in the 1977 FA Cup final.

Tommy Docherty

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Tommy Docherty, the former Manchester United and Scotland manager, has died at the age of 92.

Docherty managed 12 clubs - including Chelsea and Aston Villa and a stint in Australia - after a playing career that included 25 caps for Scotland between 1951-59 and more than 300 games at Preston North End.

Docherty was at Old Trafford from 1972-77, replacing Frank O'Farrell, with the 2-1 FA Cup final victory over Bob Paisley's Liverpool a highlight.

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Manchester United said in a statement: "We are deeply saddened by the passing of Tommy Docherty, who led us to FA Cup victory in 1977 with a thrilling, attacking team in the best traditions of Manchester United."

"Tommy passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at home," his family said in a statement.

"He was a much-loved husband, father and papa and will be terribly missed.

"We ask that our privacy be respected at this time."