Stuart Taylor: Biography, Facts and Career
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Stuart James Taylor (born 28 November 1980) is an English former professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper. Taylor began his career with Arsenal, winning the 2001–02 Premier League and 2002–03 FA Cup and representing England at under-16, under-18, under-20 and under-21 level. He was spoken of as a future replacement for Arsenal and England goalkeeper David Seaman but after other goalkeepers were signed, he struggled to get playing time after 2003 and he joined Aston Villa in 2005. Initially second-choice behind Thomas Sørensen, Taylor was again supplanted by other keepers and pushed down the pecking order. He left Aston Villa in 2009, having played only 12 league matches in four seasons. He then joined Manchester City, before spells at Reading, Leeds United and Southampton. Taylor spent most of his career as a third-choice goalkeeper, only making 95 career appearances. He currently runs his own goalkeeping academy.
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- Full name: Stuart Taylor
- Born: 1980-11-28
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q314102
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Stuart James Taylor (born 28 November 1980) is an English former professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
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Stuart Taylor is United Kingdom.
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Stuart Taylor was born on 1980-11-28.
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