GAFFER’S GREATEST GAFFER: It’s all thanks to steady Eddie

By Andy Mitchell

WHO inspires the inspirations in the ever-changing world of football? Which traits stand the test of time?
In the latest in our series we pick the brains of ex-England C midfielder, three-time Conference champion and winner of the 1982 FA Trophy, Nick Ironton.
Most of that silverware came with Enfield under the guidance of greatest gaffer Eddie McCluskey and there might have been much more but for a trio of near misses at Barnet and some happy days under a certain Barry Fry.
Those influences moulded Ironton’s way during two spells in charge of Arlesey Town, stints at Hem...

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