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WALES SQUAD |
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| Danny Coyne (Leicester City FC) |
| Position: |
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Goalkeeper |
Date of Birth: |
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27/08/1973 |
| Caps: |
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2 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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Prestatyn born Danny is one of the few players to have a clean sweep of Wales caps, from schools, under 16, 18 21, \'B\' and Senior level. A great favourite in goal for Tranmere Rovers, he joined Grimsby Town in 1999 and is widely regarded as one of the best in the Nationwide League. |
| Mark Crossley (Fullham) |
| Position: |
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Goalkeeper |
Date of Birth: |
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16/06/1969 |
| Caps: |
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6 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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Opted to play for the land of his grandfather after winning England Under 21 caps. Barnsley born Mark has been a stalwart in goal for Nottingham Forest and now Middlesborough, notching almost 400 first team appearances. His Welsh opportunities have been limited, but he had an excellent match against Germany in May 2002. |
| Paul Jones (Southampton) |
| Position: |
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Goalkeeper |
Date of Birth: |
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18/04/1967 |
| Caps: |
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35 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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The number one choice keeper for Wales since his debut in 1997. A good shot stopper, he has been an excellent servant to Southampton in the Premiership since his move to the club from Stockport County in 1997. Began with Wolves, he has a great 'Big Match\\' temperament. Born in Chirk. |
| Darren Ward (Nottingham Forest) |
| Position: |
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Goalkeeper |
Date of Birth: |
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11/05/1974 |
| Caps: |
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4 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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Another consistent performer in goal at club level, Worksop born Darren has played more than 400 first team games for Mansfield, Notts County and now Nottingham Forest. Graduated through the Wales under 21 and 'B' sides. A good technician, he has never let Wales down when called-upon. |
| Darren Barnard (Grimsby Town) |
| Position: |
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Defender |
Date of Birth: |
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30/11/1971 |
| Caps: |
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19 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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A solid wing back who has served Wales well since his debut in 1997. Born in Rintein in Germany, he has played for Chelsea, Reading, Bristol City and Barnsley before arriving at Grimsby Town at the start of this season. A great crosser of the ball his overlapping play has been put to good use by Wales. |
| Mark Delaney (Aston Villa) |
| Position: |
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Defender |
Date of Birth: |
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13/05/1976 |
| Caps: |
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22 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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Born in Haverfordwest, Mark\'s career has taken a fairy tale turn from being taken from Carmarthen Town to Cardiff City then being transferred to Premiership Aston Villa and playing in an FA Cup Final. A speedy full back, his tackling is immaculate and he is quick to turn defence in to attack at any opportunity. |
| Robert Edwards (Aston Villa) |
| Position: |
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Defender |
Date of Birth: |
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25/12/1982 |
| Caps: |
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2 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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| Daniel Gabbidon (Cardiff City) |
| Position: |
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Defender |
Date of Birth: |
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08/08/1979 |
| Caps: |
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7 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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One of the new \'young guns\' of Welsh football, Cwmbran born Danny is comfortable with the ball on the ground and in the air. Has come through the ranks of the intermediate sides and looks now to be a fixture in the Senior team after some storming performances, not least in the game in Helsinki. Started as a youngster with West Bromwich Albion, his career has blossomed at Cardiff City. |
| Andrew Melville (Fulham) |
| Position: |
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Defender |
Date of Birth: |
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20/11/1968 |
| Caps: |
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59 |
Goals: |
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3 | |
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A great stalwart in the Wales team since 1990, Andy just seems to get better with age! A commanding central defender, he has been something of a nomad during his playing career, beginning at his home town club of Swansea, then seeing service with Oxford United, Sunderland, Bradford City before joining Fulham in 1999. Is now nearing 650 League appearances and has skippered Wales in Gary Speed's absence. |
| Robert Page (Sheffield United) |
| Position: |
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Defender |
Date of Birth: |
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03/09/1974 |
| Caps: |
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31 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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Following in the footsteps of some great Rhondda born Welsh internationals, Robert has been Mr \'reliable\' since his debut in the Welsh defence. A great competitor, he has represented his country at all levels since beginning in the game as a youngster with Watford. 2001 saw a move to Sheffield United and once more he has proven to be a great asset in defence. |
| Kit Symons (Crystal Palace) |
| Position: |
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Defender |
Date of Birth: |
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05/03/1971 |
| Caps: |
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36 |
Goals: |
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2 | |
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Another "Anglo" Kit was born in Basingstoke of Welsh parentage. he began his professional career with Portsmouth, then in 1995 transferred to Manchester City, but Maine Road club's erratic progress through the football League took some of the lustre off his appointment as team captain. he still made more than 120 appearances for the club, but his ability as a central defender and something more besides was only re-affirmed on joining Fulham in 1998, where he has been a part of their successful drive from Division 2 to Premiership status. He joined Palace in December. |
| Rhys Weston (Cardiff City) |
| Position: |
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Defender |
Date of Birth: |
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27/10/1980 |
| Caps: |
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6 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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A polished all round defender who started on Arsenal's book as a youngster and won England caps as a youth. Chose to represent Wales, even though born in Kingston and soon won under 21 honours as well as gaining an early taste of the Senior team. Arrived at Cardiff City in 2002 and has settled in well. |
| Adrian Williams (Reading FC) |
| Position: |
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Defender |
Date of Birth: |
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16/08/1971 |
| Caps: |
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13 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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| Simon Davies (Totenham Hotspur) |
| Position: |
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Midfield |
Date of Birth: |
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23/02/1979 |
| Caps: |
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18 |
Goals: |
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4 | |
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One of a rare breed - an international from Haverfordwest. Midfielder Simon has learnt his trade well at Peterborough before a dream move to Tottenham in 2000. In the last twelve months he has blossomed into a superb player for club and country, scoring some outstanding goals and running the midfield to his own tempo. Former under 18 and 21 international. |
| Paul Evans (Bradford City FC) |
| Position: |
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Midfield |
Date of Birth: |
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01/09/1974 |
| Caps: |
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2 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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Oswestry born Paul is a classic example of a player who has worked hard to achieve his goals. Capped as a youngster at under 18 and 21 levels when at Shrewsbury Town, he disappeared from the international scene for some seven years before a move to Brentford brought him back in to the reckoning. Now at Bradford City he looks to be a regular member of the Walse squad, ready to reinforce the midfield if needed. |
| Andy Johnson (West Bromwich Albion) |
| Position: |
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Midfield |
Date of Birth: |
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02/05/1974 |
| Caps: |
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12 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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Bristol born Andy started with Norwich City before joining Nottingham Forest. He arrived at West Bromwich Albion in 2001 and has been a favourite ever since. Has been in and out of the Welsh set-up since his debut in 1998, but he certainly seems to be settled now and has turned in some fine performances of late. Likes to play in the centre of midfield. |
| Matthew Jones () |
| Position: |
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Midfield |
Date of Birth: |
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01/09/1980 |
| Caps: |
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13 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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Matthew Jones first displayed his precocious talent in the FA Premiership with Leeds United before moving to Filbert Street last season. Born in Llanelli, he showed a versatility at Elland Road that has placed him in every out-field position on the pitch for the junior and reserve teams. But it is as a talented midfielder that he has earned his place in Mark Hughes\'s international squads. Voted Welsh Young Player of the Year last year, he made his international debut against Switzerland last October, having captained the Under 21\'s on the previous evening. Unfortunately, an injury to the cruciate ligament last month wil side-line him for the remainder of the season. |
| Jason Koumas (West Bromwich Albion) |
| Position: |
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Midfield |
Date of Birth: |
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25/09/1979 |
| Caps: |
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6 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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Has recently joined West Bromwich Albion from Tranmere Rovers. Wrexham born Jason is a skilful midfielder who has recently opted to play for Wales. He was also qualified to play for England and Cyprus. A quiet player off the field, he is a leader on it and looks to have a bright future in the Premiership as well as in the red of Wales. |
| Christopher Llewellyn (Wrexham FC) |
| Position: |
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Midfield |
Date of Birth: |
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29/08/1979 |
| Caps: |
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2 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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| John Oster (Sunderland FC) |
| Position: |
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Midfield |
Date of Birth: |
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08/12/1978 |
| Caps: |
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8 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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| Mark Pembridge (Fullham) |
| Position: |
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Midfield |
Date of Birth: |
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29/11/1970 |
| Caps: |
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51 |
Goals: |
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6 | |
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Merthyr born Mark is another of Football\'s nomads, having started in Luton, then moving on to Derby County, Sheffield Wednesday, Benfica and Everton. Always at his best in the engine room of the team, he is a battling midfielder. Came through the Welsh under 18 and 21 ranks. Made his senior debut in 1991. |
| Carl Robinson (Portsmouth FC) |
| Position: |
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Midfield |
Date of Birth: |
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13/10/1976 |
| Caps: |
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13 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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Llandrindod Wells born Carl is starting a new career at Portsmouth after seven seasons with Wolverhampton Wanderers. A midfielder with an eye for goal, he never stops running and tackling. Like many of the other current squad, carl has under 18 and 21 caps to his name. |
| Robbie Savage (Birmingham City FC) |
| Position: |
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Midfield |
Date of Birth: |
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18/10/1974 |
| Caps: |
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31 |
Goals: |
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2 | |
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One of the modern game\'s great characters. Robbie, from Wrexham is a non stop dynamo in the middle of the field. Another who has represented Wales at every possible level, he has the knack of scoring some classic goals. Started at Manchester United as a youngster, then moved to Crewe. Leicester City bought him in 1997 and he served them well before a big money move to Birmingham in 2002. |
| Gary Speed (Newcastle United) |
| Position: |
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Midfield |
Date of Birth: |
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08/09/1969 |
| Caps: |
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77 |
Goals: |
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6 | |
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Welsh skipper from Hawarden, Gary had many successful years at Leeds United before joining Everton and making an FA Cup Final appearance. Now at Newcastle united, he is at the heart of the midfield at St.James\' Park. A versatile player, he has appeared for Wales in defence as well as the middle of the park and will soon be challenging for Dean Saunders\' record as the most capped outfield player for Wales. |
| Paul Trollope (Northampton Town FC) |
| Position: |
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Midfield |
Date of Birth: |
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03/06/1972 |
| Caps: |
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9 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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One of the game's unsung heroes. Born in Swindon, his father was a Football League legend, Jon Trollope. Paul started at Swindon, then saw duty with Torquay, Derby County, Fulham, Coventry City and now Northampton Town. Has always been available when needed and is a great asset to the squad as he can play in almost any position. |
| David Vaughan (Crewe Alexandra FC) |
| Position: |
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Midfield |
Date of Birth: |
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18/02/1983 |
| Caps: |
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1 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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| Craig Bellamy (Newcastle United) |
| Position: |
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Forward |
Date of Birth: |
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13/07/1979 |
| Caps: |
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23 |
Goals: |
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6 | |
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Cardiff born Craig has set British football alight with some classic performances since his move to Newcastle United has seen him link-up with Alan Shearer. Started at Norwich City, he also had a short spell at Coventry. The combination of his blistering pace and eye for goal has made him one of the best and his partnership with John Hartson for Wales has brought thrills galore. |
| Nathan Blake (Wolverhampton Wanderers) |
| Position: |
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Forward |
Date of Birth: |
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27/01/1972 |
| Caps: |
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27 |
Goals: |
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4 | |
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Another striker of true class, Nathan has been scoring quality goals for Cardiff City, Sheffield United, Bolton Wanderers, Blackburn Rovers and now Wolves for more than ten years. Born in Cardiff he graduated through the under 18's and 21's before making his mark in the senior team since 1994. A great leader of the attack. |
| Robert Earnshaw (Cardiff City FC) |
| Position: |
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Forward |
Date of Birth: |
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06/04/1981 |
| Caps: |
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8 |
Goals: |
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3 | |
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A small but powerful forward, \'Ernie\' has attracted the attention of many clubs following his sensational goal-scoring debut for the Senior Wales team against Germany in May 2002. Born in Mufulira in Zambia, his family came to Wales when he was a younster and he has appeared at under 18 and 21 level, scoring regularly. Cardiff City are indeed fortunate to have him! |
| Ryan Giggs (Manchester United) |
| Position: |
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Forward |
Date of Birth: |
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29/11/1973 |
| Caps: |
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44 |
Goals: |
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8 | |
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Rightly regarded as one of the greatst players ever to have worn the red shirt of both Manchester United and Wales, Ryan has won almost every honour open to him in the game today. A winger with eletrifying pace, he can make and create goals of almost unbelievable class. Capped at under 18 and 21 level, he was one of the youngest every to win a Senior Wales cap. Born in Cardiff. |
| John Hartson (Celtic) |
| Position: |
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Forward |
Date of Birth: |
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05/04/1975 |
| Caps: |
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38 |
Goals: |
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11 | |
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A Swansea born centre forward who has developed in to one of the best attack leaders in Britain over the last few years. His early career saw time at Luton Town, Arsenal, West Ham United and Coventry City before a dream move to Celtic. There he has won many accolades as well as medals and championships. Another who has come through the Wales under 18 and 21 squads. |
| Neil Roberts (Wigan Athletic FC) |
| Position: |
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Forward |
Date of Birth: |
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07/04/1978 |
| Caps: |
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3 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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| Gareth Taylor (Nottingham Forest) |
| Position: |
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Forward |
Date of Birth: |
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25/02/1973 |
| Caps: |
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12 |
Goals: |
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0 | |
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A tall centre forward, Gareth was born in Weston but opted for Wales, winning his first cap in 1995. Has played for Bristol Rovers, Crystal Palace, Sheffield United,Manchester City and now Burnley where he has become a firm favourite. A great player to have in the Wales squad he has not let the side down when called-upon. |
