20st Century Collection

The 20th century was a rollercoaster ride for football legend Ron Atkinson

20st Century Collection: Bobby Charlton pictured with his wife Norma, and children Suzanne (aged 15

Bobby Charlton pictured with his wife Norma, and children Suzanne (aged 15, riding pony Gambol) and Andrea (aged 12, with Judy the dog) outside their home in Knutsford, Cheshire

20st Century Collection: Ron Atkinson outside his Barnt Green home, after the shock announcement of his sacking

Ron Atkinson outside his Barnt Green home, after the shock announcement of his sacking from Aston Villa as their manager. 10th November 1994

20st Century Collection: Aston Villa fans outside the home of Ron Atkinson in Barnt Green

Aston Villa fans outside the home of Ron Atkinson in Barnt Green, after the shock announcement of his sacking from Aston Villa as their manager. 10th November 1994

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The 20th century was a rollercoaster ride for football legend Ron Atkinson. Pictured here with his wife Norma and daughter Suzanne (aged 15), Atkinson's career reached new heights as manager of Aston Villa, leading them to the League Championship title in 1981. But the joy was short-lived as he was unceremoniously sacked in 1987, sparking outrage from Villa fans who gathered outside his Barnt Green home in protest. The unexpected turn of events left Atkinson in shock, but his resilience and love for the beautiful game saw him bounce back and continue making history in football management.