Former English footballer and manager, known for his playing career with Wigan Athletic and managerial stints at Bradford City and Derby County. He's a respected figure in English football, particularly in the Championship and lower leagues.
Paul Jewell is a renowned English football manager and former player, known for his impressive tenure as a manager in the Premier League and his ability to guide teams to promotions. With a playing career spanning over a decade and a managerial career that has seen him take charge of several teams, Jewell has made a significant impact in the world of football.
Born on September 28, 1964, in Liverpool, Lancashire (now Merseyside), Jewell was educated at De La Salle School. He began his playing career as an apprentice with his hometown club, Liverpool, before moving to Wigan Athletic in 1984.
Jewell made his league debut for Wigan against Rotherham United in a 3-3 draw and went on to appear 137 times for the team, scoring 35 goals. In 1988, he joined Bradford City, where he spent a decade as a player, scoring 56 league goals in 269 appearances. During his time at Bradford City, Jewell formed a successful partnership with Sean McCarthy for four seasons.
Jewell's managerial career began in 1998, when he became the manager of Bradford City. Under his guidance, the team achieved promotion to the Premier League in 1999. He later resigned and took charge of Sheffield Wednesday, before returning to Wigan Athletic in 2001. Jewell led Wigan to promotion to the Premier League in 2005 and kept them up in the 2006-2007 season, before resigning a day later.
In 2007, Jewell joined Derby County, but resigned 13 months later. He then became the manager of Ipswich Town in 2011, but departed after an unsuccessful reign in 2012. Jewell has also had brief stints as an assistant coach at West Brom in 2015 and Oldham Athletic in 2017, before being appointed as director of football at Swindon Town in 2018. He left Swindon in 2021.
Throughout his managerial career, Jewell has achieved significant success, guiding teams to promotions and maintaining their top-flight status. His ability to adapt to different teams and situations has earned him a reputation as a versatile and skilled manager.
Jewell's legacy in the world of football is one of dedication, perseverance, and a passion for the game. His impact on the teams he has managed is still felt, and his contributions to the sport will be remembered for years to come.
Despite facing challenges and setbacks throughout his career, Jewell remains a highly respected figure in the world of football, known for his tactical expertise and ability to inspire his teams to achieve success.
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