Ex-Arsenal and Chelsea star joins Henry and Drogba with major honour
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Guess what? Ashley Cole just got himself into the Premier League Hall of Fame! Yep, you heard it right. The Premier League announced it on Monday, and it’s a big deal.
So, who’s Ashley Cole? Well, he used to play as a left-back for teams like Arsenal, Chelsea, and even England’s national team. People think he’s one of the best full-backs ever. During his career, he played a whopping 385 games in the Premier League!
This guy’s trophy cabinet is bursting at the seams. He won three Premier League titles – two with Arsenal and one with Chelsea. Plus, he’s got seven FA Cup wins, not to mention winning the Champions League, Europa League, and League Cup. Oh, and he’s also got a bunch of individual awards too.
And get this, he played for England over a hundred times! That’s a lot of caps. He even played in five major tournaments for his country.
Now, Ashley Cole is joining the Premier League Hall of Fame, which is like a who’s who of football legends. He’s in good company with stars like Alan Shearer, Thierry Henry, and David Beckham.
Cole says he’s thrilled to be inducted, especially alongside such great players. He’s had an amazing career, playing for awesome clubs and winning loads of trophies.
The big bosses at the Premier League say Cole totally deserves this honor. They praise his skills on the field and how he helped shape the way people see the left-back position.
So, congrats to Ashley Cole! Welcome to the Hall of Fame!
A generational defender revered for his consistent excellence.
— Premier League (@premierleague) March 25, 2024
Ashley Cole is the first inductee of the 2024 #PLHallOfFame
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