Dean Smith, born on March 19, 1971, in West Bromwich, England, is a former professional footballer turned successful manager. He began his playing career at Walsall, where he made over 300 appearances, later featuring for clubs like Leyton Orient and Sheffield United before retiring in 2005. Transitioning into coaching, Smith gained prominence at Walsall and Brentford, which led to hi... https://sportsmatik.com/hall-of-fame/view/dean-smith-2133