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Overview

Arsène Charles Ernest Wenger is a French former football manager and player who is currently serving as FIFA's Chief of Global Football Development. Born on 22 October 1949, Wenger has had a profound impact on football, particularly during his tenure as the manager of Arsenal from 1996 to 2018, where he became the longest-serving and most successful manager in the club's history. This timeline highlights significant events and milestones in his career.

Main Milestones

22 October 1949

Birth

Arsène Wenger was born in Strasbourg, France. His early introduction to football was facilitated by his father, who managed the local village team.

1963-1969

Youth Career

Wenger began his youth career at FC Duttlenheim, followed by a stint at Mutzig from 1969 to 1973.

1971-1975

Education and Early Playing Career

Wenger enrolled at the Faculté des sciences économiques et de gestion (Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences) at the University of Strasbourg to study politics and economics. He also played for semi-professional club Mulhouse, balancing his football career with his education.

1975-1978

ASPV Strasbourg

Wenger signed for amateur club ASPV Strasbourg (Vauban), helping the team achieve promotion to the third division.

1981

Manager's Diploma

Wenger obtained his manager's diploma, marking a significant step towards his managerial career.

1984-1987

Nancy

Wenger began his managerial career at Nancy, though this period was less successful.

1987-1994

Monaco

Wenger joined Monaco, leading the club to win the league championship in 1988 and the Coupe de France in 1991.

1995-1996

Nagoya Grampus Eight

Wenger became coach of J.League side Nagoya Grampus Eight, winning the Emperor's Cup and Japanese Super Cup in his first and only year.

1996-2018

Arsenal

Wenger was named manager of Arsenal, becoming the first foreign manager to win a Premier League and FA Cup double in 1998. He guided Arsenal to another league and cup double in 2002 and won his third league title unbeaten in 2004. Under his leadership, Arsenal set the record for most league matches unbeaten (49) and made its first appearance in a Champions League final in 2006.

2019

FIFA Chief of Global Football Development

Wenger was appointed as FIFA's Chief of Global Football Development, overseeing and driving the growth and development of the sport globally.

2023-2027

Talent Development Scheme

Wenger announced the goal of having 75 elite academies across the world by the end of 2027 as part of the Talent Development Scheme, aiming to move football forward in every single country.

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