Steven Fletcher

Scottish professional footballer

Steven Fletcher - Scottish professional footballer
Born

March 26th, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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A professional footballer who played as a striker, primarily in the English leagues. Began his career at Hibernian in Scotland, where he made a notable impact. Transferred to Burnley and then joined Wolverhampton Wanderers, helping the club gain promotion to the Premier League. Later played for Sunderland, and has represented the Scotland national team multiple times, contributing to various qualifying campaigns.

Played for Hibernian, Burnley, and Wolves

Helped Wolves achieve Premier League promotion

Represented Scotland at international level

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