Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

Johnny Giles Biography and Timeline

Follow Johnny Giles through 5 dated historical records for Great Britain.

Johnny Giles, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

5Distinct records
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1965–1974Years on this page

1965

FA Cup Final Midfield Role

Midfielder · London · Sport / Football

Operates in the Leeds United midfield during the club's first FA Cup final, which ends in an extra-time defeat against Liverpool.

1968

League Cup Final Midfield Control

Midfielder · London · Sport / Football

Starts the League Cup final despite fitness doubts and provides midfield organisation while Leeds United defend their advantage against Arsenal.

1972

Wembley Cup Final Passing Role

Midfielder · London · Sport / Football

Contributes his passing and tactical awareness in central midfield as Leeds United captures its first FA Cup against Arsenal.

1974

Second League Title Midfield Role

Midfielder · Leeds · Sport / Football

Controls possession and passing from midfield during Leeds United's 1973–74 First Division championship campaign.

Title Campaign Passing Authority

Midfielder · Leeds · Sport / Football

Directs Leeds United's midfield distribution throughout the 1973-74 championship campaign, helping the club regain England's league crown.

Records, sources and methodology

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