Leighton Baines

Footballer and Everton FC left-back

Leighton Baines - Footballer and Everton FC left-back
Born

December 11th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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An accomplished footballer, excelled as a left-back primarily with Everton FC in the Premier League. Started professional career with Wigan Athletic and later transitioned to Everton, where played from 2007 to 2020. Represented the England national team several times, contributing to major international tournaments.

Played for Everton FC from 2007 to 2020

Earned 30 caps for England national team

Selected for UEFA Euro 2012 and 2014 FIFA World Cup

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