Nigel Pearson
Submitted by Sam Dymond on Tue, 14/06/2011 - 17:43
Team:
Leicester
DOB:
21 Aug 1963 (Age 49)
Birthplace:
Nottingham
Previous Teams (Manager):
Carlisle, Southampton, Leicester, Hull
Previous Teams (Player):
Shrewsbury, Sheff Wed, Middlesbrough
Honours:
League One (2009)
Manager of the Month Awards:
Championship (Feb 2010); League One (Aug 2008, Dec 2008)
Promotions:
League One (Leicester 2008-09)
Play-offs:
Championship (Leicester 2009-10)
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