Chris Eagles

English footballer with notable club career

Chris Eagles - English footballer with notable club career
Born

November 19th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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Played as a winger and made significant contributions in English football throughout a career spanning over a decade. Developed through the youth ranks of Manchester United and debuted in 2003. Played for various clubs, including Burnley, where key performances helped secure promotion to the Premier League in 2009. Also had tenures at clubs like Watford, and Bury, showcasing skill and adaptability in different playing environments.

Debuted for Manchester United in 2003

Helped Burnley gain promotion to the Premier League in 2009

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