Ashley Cole: Factfile
Prior to attaining his status as a modern day footballing judas in the eyes of Arsenal fans everywhere, Ashley Cole was actually a rare example of a local lad done good. After a short loan spell at Crystal Palace, he forced his way into the Arsenal first team permanently when he stepped in for the then injured first choice left back Sylvinho. He went on to become an England regular and was lauded for his great recovery skills and ability to get forward and join attacks. Some call him simply the greatest left-back in the world. Arsenal fans just call him Cashley.
Ashley Cole Factfile:
Born: December 20th 1980, Whitechapel, London
Position: Defender (left back)
Current club: Chelsea
Other clubs: Arsenal from 1999-2006 (Crystal Palace on Loan in 2000)
Professional debut: For Arsenal vs. Middlesborough on 30th November 1999
International debut: For England vs. Albania March 28th 2001
Honours:
Premiership Cup double, 2001/02; FA Cup, 2002/03; Premiership, 2003/04; FA Cup, 2004/05
