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| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Daniel Raymond Downing | ||
| Height | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Striker | ||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Blackburn Rovers | ||
| Number | 9 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 2000-2001 | Blackburn Rovers | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2000- | Blackburn Rovers | 237 | (193) |
| International career‡ | |||
| 2006- | England | 32 | (21) |
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*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 00:42, 20 October 2012 (UTC) ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 00:42, 20 October 2012 (UTC) | |||
Daniel Downing (born 12 Dec 1997) is a professional footballer who plays as a striker for Blackburn Rovers in The Championship. He is known for his explosive pace and his eye for goal.
Dniel was born in Telford and played youth football with Blackburn Rovers Academy before starting his professional career with Blackburn Rovers. Template is the all-time leading goal scorer in The Championship. He has pledged his future with the club and signed a new 10 year contract. The manager of Blackburn Rovers, Steve Kean later added: Daniel is a fantastic player, committed and extremely skilful, He has outstanding work ethic and a credit for our football team.
Daniel won 32 caps with the England. Scoring 21 goals. The England manager, Roy Hodgson mentioned Even at a young age, this boy could perform on the big stage. Even with extreme pressure on him, he has the ability to maintain focus.
Early life
Daniel Downing was born in Telford. He attended Madeley Academy and represented the school for a number of sporting events. At an early age, Daniel knew he had sport on his blood. With a loving family, They pushed Daniel to achieve his best. Just after his birthday, He impressed at a footbll trial and signed a contract with his boyhood club Blackburn Rovers.
Playing career
At an early age, Daniel made his debut by coming on as a half time substitute for Rubén Rochina at Ewood Park.
Club
International
Management career
After football
Honours
Club
- Temp Championship: 9998
- Temp Cup Win: 9995, 9996
Country
- Temp Tournament: 9997
Individual
See also
References
External links
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- Tim Template at Soccerbase (link to Soccerbase stats)
- Tim Template – FIFA competition record (archived)