Ben Nugent

English footballer with Cardiff City

Ben Nugent - English footballer with Cardiff City
Born

November 29th, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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Born in 1992, this English footballer began his professional career at Cardiff City. He played primarily as a defender and experienced loan spells at clubs such as Newport County and the iconic Cardiff City. Development through Cardiff's youth system led to his debut in the Football League, contributing to the team's defensive line during crucial matches.

Played for Cardiff City in the Football League

Had loan spells at Newport County

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