Wes Brown
English footballer, Manchester United defender
Born
October 13th, 1979
45 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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Played professional football as a defender primarily for Manchester United. Made first-team debut in 1998, contributing to the team's successes throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s. Achieved significant recognition as part of squads that secured several Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League in 2008. Also represented the England national team, earning multiple caps during his international career.
Won five Premier League titles with Manchester United
Lifted the UEFA Champions League trophy in 2008
Earned 23 caps for the England national team
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