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Charlie Austin: Biography, Facts and Career

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Charles Austin (born 5 July 1989) is an English professional footballer who plays as a striker for Southern League Premier Division South club Hungerford Town. Released from his contract by Reading as a youth, Austin played non-league football up to May 2009, when he was signed by Swindon Town after a prolific season for Poole Town. After scoring 58 goals in 113 matches in the Football League Championship for Burnley and Queens Park Rangers, Austin made his debut in the Premier League during the 2014–15 season, scoring 18 goals for relegated Queens Park Rangers and receiving a call-up for the England national team. He returned to the Premier League in January 2016 when he signed for Southampton, scoring the winning goal against Manchester United on his debut.

Quick facts about Charlie Austin

  • Full name: Charlie Austin
  • Born: 1989-07-05
  • Nationality: United Kingdom
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q211581

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Who is Charlie Austin?

Charles Austin (born 5 July 1989) is an English professional footballer who plays as a striker for Southern League Premier Division South club Hungerford Town. Released from his contract by Reading as a youth, Austin played non-league football up to May 2009, when he was signed by Swindon Town after a prolific season for Poole Town.

What nationality is Charlie Austin?

Charlie Austin is United Kingdom.

When was Charlie Austin born?

Charlie Austin was born on 1989-07-05.

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