Manuel Jiménez Jiménez
At 62 years old, Manuel Jiménez Jiménez remains one of the most prominent Spanish Athletes working today.
Spanish footballer
"Manuel Jiménez's coaching pinnacle includes guiding his beloved Sevilla FC to a Champions League spot in 2010, marking a period of significant success for the club." — About Manuel Jiménez Jiménez
| Metric | Manuel Jiménez Jiménez | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 62 | 48 | +14 yrs |
| Height | 178cm (5'10") | 175cm | +3cm |
| Career length | 44 yrs | ~35 yrs | +9 yrs |
| Based on 100 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Manuel Jiménez Jiménez
Did you know that Manuel Jiménez is one of the few individuals to have both played for and managed Sevilla FC's first team, cementing his status as a true club legend?
- Jiménez holds the record for most La Liga appearances for Sevilla FC, playing 354 matches across 14 seasons as a left-back.
- He represented the Spanish national team 15 times, including participating in the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy.
- Before coaching the first team, he managed Sevilla FC's B-team, Sevilla Atlético, leading them to promotion to the Segunda División.
- He won the Greek Super League with AEK Athens in the 2017-18 season, marking a significant achievement in his coaching career abroad.
- Jiménez also coached Real Zaragoza, UD Las Palmas, Al-Wahda FC in the UAE, and Sporting Gijón during his diverse career.
Manuel Jiménez's coaching pinnacle includes guiding his beloved Sevilla FC to a Champions League spot in 2010, marking a period of significant success for the club. He later achieved international recognition by winning the Greek Super League with AEK Athens during the 2017-18 season, showcasing his adaptability and tactical prowess.
Jiménez is remembered as a loyal servant of Sevilla FC, embodying the club's spirit through his extensive playing career and later as a coach. His dedication to developing talent and achieving success in both Spain and Greece cements his legacy as a respected figure in European football.