
James Maddison Biography
English Footballer
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Biography
James Maddison is an English professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Premier League club Leicester City and the England national team. He is known for his creativity, technical ability, and goalscoring from midfield.
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Full Name | James Daniel Maddison |
Born | November 23, 1996 (age 27) |
Nationality | English |
Occupation | Footballer |
Relationship Status | Dating |
Awards | Leicester City Player of the Year (2021–22) |
Organization | Tottenham Hotspur |
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Contact UsEarly Life
- James Daniel Maddison was born on November 23, 1996 in Coventry, England.
- Showed a passion for football from a young age.
- Joined the youth academy of Coventry City to begin his football journey.
Career
- Made his senior debut for Coventry City in 2014 as a teenager.
- Impressive performances caught the attention of bigger clubs.
- Signed for Norwich City in 2016 but was immediately loaned back to Coventry City.
- Went on a loan spell at Scottish club Aberdeen in 2016-17 season to gain experience.
- Became a key player for Norwich City fro m 2017-2018 season, contributing goals and assists.
- Earned a big money transfer to Leicester City in 2018.
- Quickly established himself as an important player at Leicester City.
- Known for his creativity, set-piece ability, and eye for goal.
- Called up to England U21 squad in 2017, making his debut later that year.
- Earned first senior call up for England in 2018.
- Made his England senior debut in November 2019.
Personal Life
- Maddison was born and raised in Coventry, England.
- Has been in a long-term relationship with girlfriend Kennedy Alexa.
- The couple have a son together born in 2021.
Reference
- Wikipedia