Danny Mills
Premier League commentator and former England right-back
Danny is widely recognised for his time as a right-back at Leeds United, where he became a fan favourite. However, his professional journey began at Norwich City, progressing through their youth system before signing for Charlton Athletic in March 1998. At Charlton, Danny played a key role in their promotion to the Premier League, notably contributing to their dramatic play-off final victory over Sunderland.
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Fifteen months later, Danny achieved what he described as a “dream move” to Leeds United, joining the club he loved for £4.1 million. He became an integral part of the team, helping Leeds reach the UEFA Champions League Semi-Finals in the 2000-01 season. His Champions League debut came during Leeds’ challenging 4–0 loss to Barcelona at the Nou Camp.
Danny’s standout performances at Leeds earned him his first England call-up in 2001, making his debut as a substitute against Mexico at Pride Park. He secured his first start for the national team in 2002 against Italy. During the 2002 FIFA World Cup, Danny was England’s first-choice right-back, playing every minute of the team’s five matches following an injury to Gary Neville. Over his international career, he earned 19 caps, all in games played away from Wembley—a unique record in modern football.
During the 2003–04 season, Danny went on loan to Middlesbrough, where he contributed to their historic League Cup victory—the club’s first major trophy. After that season, he joined Manchester City on a free transfer, signing a five-year contract.
Danny made his Manchester City debut in the opening match of the 2004–05 Premier League season, a 1–1 draw against Fulham. While he was a regular starter during his first season, managerial changes saw him in and out of the squad. He regained his place at the start of the 2005–06 season, famously scoring his only goal for City with a stunning 25-yard strike against Everton.
In January 2008, Danny moved to Derby County on loan to aid their Premier League survival efforts. Unfortunately, an injury in just his second match curtailed his time with the Rams. Following his release from Manchester City in 2009, Danny retired from professional football, citing a persistent knee injury during an interview on BBC Radio Five Live.
Since retiring, Danny has become a respected pundit and commentator, providing expert analysis for Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup, UEFA Champions League, and England international matches. His insightful commentary and in-depth knowledge make him a sought-after personality in the world of football broadcasting.
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