Ollie Watkins
Professional footballer, Aston Villa star
Born
December 30th, 1995
29 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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Played as a forward for Aston Villa in the Premier League after transferring from Brentford. Achieved recognition for exceptional scoring ability and contributions to the team's performance. Represented the England national team starting in 2020, participating in several international fixtures, including UEFA European Championship matches. Established himself as a key player within his clubs and the national setup.
Scored 14 goals in the 2020-21 EFL Championship season
Scored 10 goals in the Premier League during the 2020-21 season
Represented England in UEFA Euro 2020
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