Will Buckley

English footballer and winger

Will Buckley - English footballer and winger
Born

November 21st, 1989
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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Professional football career commenced in 2007 with the Sunderland youth system. Debuted with the senior team, later transferred to clubs including Brighton & Hove Albion and Burnley. Played primarily as a winger, known for speed and crossing ability. Achieved promotion to the Premier League with both Brighton in 2011 and later with Watford in 2015. Also had loan spells at clubs, contributing to team successes in domestic competitions.

Played for Brighton & Hove Albion

Achieved promotion to Premier League

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