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He became manager of England's youth team in 1960, before being appointed manager of Arsenal in 1962, replacing George Swindin.

Initially Arsenal started strongly under Wright, finishing seventh in 1962 – 63 and qualifying for Europe for the first time in their history, but failed to build on this.

Wright enjoyed mixed success with his signings, who included successes such as Bob Wilson, Joe Baker and Frank McLintock, but also less successful players such as Ian Ure.