David Batty

About

English former soccer player who played with clubs like Leeds United and Newcastle United during his long and successful career. Despite his success, he is perhaps most famous for his missed penalty kick in the quarterfinals of the 1998 FIFA World Cup.

Before Fame

He was born in Leeds and debuted for Leeds United as an 18-year-old in 1986.

Trivia

He was named Leeds United Player of the Year in 1991.

Family Life

He married a woman named Mandy.

Associated With

He played the English squad captained by Alan Shearer at the 1998 FIFA World Cup.