Ryan Mason
English footballer and manager
Born
June 13th, 1991
34 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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Played as a midfielder, beginning career at Tottenham Hotspur. Achieved appearances in the Premier League and won the 2014 UEFA European Under-21 Championship with the England U21 team. Transitioned into management following retirement due to injury, taking charge of Hull City in 2022.
Played for Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League
Managed Hull City in the EFL Championship
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