The Guardian profile: Ron Atkinson

With endless anecdotes, a tan as lasting as his love of jewellery, and a tough talking character as big as his coats, former manager and football pundit Ron Atkinson won a cult following in football. But, following a racist comment about a black player while still on microphone, does the final whist...

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Published in:The Guardian (London) 2004-04, p.13-13
Main Author: Kelso, Paul
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:With endless anecdotes, a tan as lasting as his love of jewellery, and a tough talking character as big as his coats, former manager and football pundit Ron Atkinson won a cult following in football. But, following a racist comment about a black player while still on microphone, does the final whistle beckon now for Big Ron? Profile. (Original abstract - amended)
ISSN:0261-3077