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Did Bill Shankly play or manage for Carlisle?
Bill Shankly began his managerial career at the club where his professional playing career had started. Carlisle in the 1948–49 season were struggling.
When did Bill Shankly become manager?
Bill Shankly became manager during the 1948–49 season

Question: How did he do in his first season?
Self-contained rewrite: How did Bill Shankly do in his first season managing Carlisle?