Kevin Davies
English footballer and football manager
A footballer played primarily as a forward, starting professional career at Chesterfield in 1993. Joined Southampton in 1997, contributing to the team until 2000. Transferred to Bolton Wanderers, where significant success included a strong performance in the Premier League and reaching the 2004 Football League Cup Final. Played for England at the under-21 level, making appearances in international competitions.
Played for Chesterfield, Southampton, and Bolton Wanderers
Reached the 2004 Football League Cup Final with Bolton
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