Carlton Cole

English footballer with West Ham United

Carlton Cole - English footballer with West Ham United
Born

October 12th, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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A professional footballer, played primarily as a striker. Started career at Chelsea and later joined West Ham United, where he became a key player. Achieved notable success in the Premier League and represented England at the international level. Also played for clubs like Charlton Athletic and Birmingham City during a career spanning over a decade.

Played for West Ham United in the Premier League

Represented England at the senior level

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