A Welsh footballer and manager who played for several clubs, including Arsenal and Charlton Athletic, and later managed various teams, including the Wales U18 and U19 national teams.
Aizlewood was born on October 1, 1959, in Newport, Wales. Growing up in the Ringland area, he attended Alway Juniors School and Hartridge High School in Newport. His older brother, Steve, was also a professional footballer.
Aizlewood's passion for football led him to join local youth club Cromwell, and later, his hometown club Newport County, at the age of 14. Despite receiving an offer from Arsenal, he chose to stay with Newport County. At 16, he made his professional debut, earning a wage of £5 per week to cover expenses, while still attending school.
Aizlewood's managerial career began as an assistant manager at Carmarthen Town on two separate occasions. He later worked as assistant manager to Ian Rush at Chester City. In 2003, he became the technical director of the Welsh Football Trust, overseeing the development of youth football in Wales.
In 2012, Aizlewood returned to Carmarthen Town as manager, leading the team to consecutive Welsh League Cup victories in 2013 and 2014. However, his contract was terminated in 2018 after he was convicted of serious fraud.
Aizlewood's career has been marked by personal milestones, such as his professional debut at 16 and his appointment as club captain at Charlton Athletic. However, his managerial career has been marred by controversy, including his conviction for serious fraud in 2018.
Mark Aizlewood's contributions to Welsh football are undeniable. His impressive playing career and managerial experience have left a lasting impact on the sport. Despite setbacks, Aizlewood's legacy serves as a testament to his dedication, perseverance, and passion for the beautiful game.
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