Player 30 - Ashley Cole (England)

Name: Ashley Cole
Age: 33
National Team:  England
Team: Chelsea
Position: Left Back

Description of his Game:  He is considered by many to be the best defender of his generation.  His focus in unreal, and his speed and determination make him a complete terror for opponents.  He modeled his game on Brazilian Robert Carlos: "He's got natural talent, but I think if you train hard enough you can be nearly as good as that.

Ashley Cole's Highlights:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqyU2HyNwc0

Career News:  Cole has been an England international since 2001 and played at the 2002, 2006, and 2010 World Cups, as well as Euro 2004 and Euro 2012. He was voted England Player of the Year in 2010. As of February 2013, he has won 100 caps, making him England's most capped full back.

Interesting Personal Facts:  Cole's father is from Barbados and is a distant relative of Mariah Carey.  He's been alleged to be involved with many extra-marital affairs, has had run-ins with the police, and has shot a young man, allegedly by accident.

Upcoming Matches Where You Can See Him Play:

England's National Team, First Round Games in Brazil 2014

June 14th - Italy

June 19th - Uruguay
June 24th - Costa Rica

Schedule:  http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/teams/team=43942/index.html

Chelsea  (English Premier League)
Schedule:  http://www.chelseafc.com/