Ashley Young

English footballer with Premier League success

Ashley Young - English footballer with Premier League success
Born

July 9th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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Born in 1985, a professional footballer played predominantly as a winger and left-back. Started career at Watford, leading to a move to Aston Villa in 2007. During time at Villa, won the PFA Young Player of the Year award in 2009. Transferred to Manchester United in 2011, winning multiple trophies, including the Premier League title in the 2012-2013 season. Represented the England national team, earning over 30 caps and participating in major tournaments like the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup.

Winning the Premier League with Manchester United

PFA Young Player of the Year in 2009

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