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My Take
Leighton Baines is exactly the type of footballer I gravitate toward. A Kirkby lad who climbed from Wigan's Second Division winners to becoming an Everton institution, he was never the flashiest name, but that wand of a left foot delivered crosses and free kicks of genuine artistry. At 170cm he proved technique and intelligence beat raw size. What I respect most is the loyalty, a one-club identity in an era of constant moving. Now back at Everton as assistant manager, the same honesty and game-reading that defined his playing should translate well to coaching. A pro's pro.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Leighton Baines
- Name (Japanese)
- レイトン・ベインズ
- Reading
- れいとん・べいんず
- Born
- December 11, 1984 (age 41)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Sagittarius / Rat
- Origin
- Kirkby, United Kingdom
- Blood type
- Private
- Height
- 170 cm
- Agency
- Private
- Occupation
- association football player / association football coach
2. Background
- Elementary school
- Private
- Junior high
- Private
- High school
- Private
- University
- Private
3. Relationships
- Spouse
- Private
- Children
- Private
- Parents
- Private
- Siblings
- Private
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Leighton Baines born?
Born December 11, 1984 (age 41).
Where is Leighton Baines from?
Leighton Baines is from Kirkby, United Kingdom.
What does Leighton Baines do?
Leighton Baines works as association football player, association football coach.
How tall is Leighton Baines?
Leighton Baines is 170 cm.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-20
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public items are marked "Private / Unknown". English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.