Steve Cooper is a Welsh football manager and former footballer who has made a name for himself as a reputable football coach.
Born on 10 December 1979 in Pontypridd, Wales, Cooper is known for his impressive career both on and off the pitch.
His dedication to the sport and coaching skills have brought him a well-deserved reputation.
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- Full name: Steve Cooper
- Date of birth: December 10 December 10, 1979
- Age: 44 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Pontypridd, Wales
- Nationality: Welsh
- Occupation: Soccer Coach, Former Soccer Player
- Parents: Keith Cooper (father)
- Siblings: None
- Spouse: None
- Children: 1 son
- Relationship status: Married
- Net worth: $5 million
Early life and education
Steve Cooper, 44, was born and raised in Pontypridd, Wales, on December 10, 1979. He grew up in a football-loving family with his father, Keith Cooper, a former Welsh football referee.
Cooper grew up with a love for the sport from a young age and actively played in Rhondda tournaments.
Unfortunately, there is no information about Cooper’s educational background.
However, his early years were focused on honing his football skills and developing a deep understanding of the game.
Personal life
Although details about Steve Cooper’s personal life are limited, it is known that he is married and has a son.
Further information about his wife and family has not been released.
Career
Steve Cooper’s football career began as a player in the Welsh football league, where he played as a defender.
During this time he also began his teaching career by joining the Wrexham Academy. His passion for coaching was evident as he continued to excel in his coaching qualifications.
In 2008, Cooper moved to Liverpool and was appointed academy manager in 2011. He played a key role in nurturing young talent and overseeing the development of players in Liverpool’s youth programme.
Cooper’s dedication and expertise saw him progress through the England youth system, where he initially coached the U16s before taking charge of the U17s.
Cooper’s coaching skills were on display when he led the England U17 team to victory at the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup. His team’s victory was a testament to his ability to mentor and lead young players to success.
In 2019, Cooper took over as manager of Swansea City in the Championship. Under his leadership, the team made an impressive start to the season, earning him the EFL Championship Manager of the Month award for August.
Despite criticism of the team’s style of play and a dip in form in his second season, Cooper still successfully guided Swansea to the knockout stages.
Cooper joined Nottingham Forest as their head coach in 2021 after leaving Swansea City. He has had a significant impact on the team’s style of play, instilling confidence and “big club mentality” in the players.\
Net worth
Steve Cooper’s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million.
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