Steven Davis
Footballer; Captain of Northern Ireland
Born
January 1st, 1985
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Northern Ireland
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Born in 1985, this Northern Irish footballer played primarily as a midfielder. He began his professional career at Aston Villa, making appearances in the Premier League. Following his time at Villa, he transferred to several clubs, including a notable stint at Rangers in the Scottish Premiership, where he won multiple league titles. Throughout his career, he earned acclaim for his leadership and contributions to the national team, representing Northern Ireland in various international tournaments, including UEFA Euro 2016. His experience and skill on the field made him a key player both at the club and international levels.
Captained Northern Ireland in international matches
Won multiple Scottish Premiership titles with Rangers
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