But as a manager he became one of English football’s greatest. He guided Huddersfield Town to two First Division titles and an FA Cup between 1921 and 1925.
He followed that up by winning five League titles and two FA Cups as Arsenal dominated English football before his sudden death from pneumonia in 1934.
9. Football classes
Herbert Chapman poses with a Mr Foster as part of a scheme to create football classes at Arsenal. Photo: H. F. Davis
10. A visit to Highbury
Herbert Chapman chats with G M Foster during a visit to Highbury on 6th September 1933 to create more football opportunities for children in the area. Photo: J. A. Hampton
11. Chapman's legacy
Herbert Chapman's legacy lives on during this statue outside Arsenal's Emirates Stadium. Photo: GLYN KIRK