Legendary League of Ireland manager Jim McLaughlin dies at 83

The Derry native enjoyed huge success with Dundalk, Shamrock Rovers and Derry City.

Jim McLaughlin on the Dundalk bench in 1941.  Picture: Ray McManus / SPORTSFILE

Jim McLaughlin – the most decorated League of Ireland manager in history – has passed away at the age of 83.

After the Derry native played in England for a number of clubs, including Birmingham City, he embarked on a golden managerial career at Dundalk from 1974.