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Michael Ball: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Michael Ball? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Michael John Ball (born 2 October 1979) is an English former professional footballer who played as a left back. Ball started his professional career at Everton, making his debut as a 17-year-old in 1997. He was capped by the England national team in 2001. Ball joined Rangers in the 2001 close season in a £6.5 million transfer. In the 2004–05 season, Ball won Scottish Premier League and Scottish League Cup medals with Rangers. Before the start of the 2005–06 season, Ball was signed by PSV Eindhoven. He spent one and a half seasons with the club, winning the Dutch Eredivisie. Ball was sold to Manchester City in 2007. After two years without a club, he signed for Leicester City in 2011.

Quick facts about Michael Ball

  • Full name: Michael Ball
  • Born: 1979-10-02
  • Nationality: United Kingdom
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q371096

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Who is Michael Ball?

Michael John Ball (born 2 October 1979) is an English former professional footballer who played as a left back. Ball started his professional career at Everton, making his debut as a 17-year-old in 1997.

What nationality is Michael Ball?

Michael Ball is United Kingdom.

When was Michael Ball born?

Michael Ball was born on 1979-10-02.

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