Wayne Bridge

Footballer with Chelsea and England

Wayne Bridge - Footballer with Chelsea and England
Born

August 5th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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A professional footballer who played primarily as a left-back. Bridge started his career at Southampton before moving to Chelsea, where he won two Premier League titles and an FA Cup. He represented the England national team, earning several caps and participating in major tournaments. Bridge also had stints with clubs including Manchester City and West Ham United.

Won Premier League titles with Chelsea

Played for England in international competitions

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