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Ashley Cole, the Legendary left-back joins the Premier League Hall of Fame.
Cole won three Premier League titles in 15 seasons at Arsenal and Chelsea, combining attacking prowess with fearsome defensive qualities to establish himself as one of the competition’s finest defenders.
Cole was a member of Arsenal’s record-breaking “Invincibles” team that went unbeaten in the 2003/04 season, appearing in 385 Premier League games, contributing to 147 clean sheets, scoring 15 goals and assisting 31 times.
Ashley Cole statement about the Honor
“I’m honoured to join the Premier League Hall of Fame,” he remarked. “Receiving recognition at the end of your career is both humbling and fulfilling.”
“Throughout my career, I tried to do my best and be good enough. Take it day by day, game by game. As a young kid, you never dreamed of doing anything like this; you just do it for the love of football.
“I’ve played for some wonderful clubs with incredible supporters. Winning trophies with my boyhood team Arsenal and Chelsea are unforgettable memories for me.
“It’s emotional to reflect since so much hard work has been done. I’m glad to join the Hall of Fame alongside Alan Shearer, Thierry Henry, Didier Drogba, and Rio Ferdinand.
Premier League CEO Richard Masters stated, “Many people will say Ashley Cole is the best full-back in Premier League history.” He starred for title-winning Arsenal and Chelsea teams, helping to redefine the position with his defensive and attacking abilities.
“Having made his breakthrough at Arsenal as a young player, he will always be recalls as a part of the illustrious ‘Invincibles’ squad, whose achievements are still superior today.”
“He continued his winning ways at Chelsea, forming a key part of one of the highest-scoring sides we have ever seen, and we are delighted to welcome him as the latest inductee into the Premier League Hall of Fame.”
Ashley Cole | Club Career
Cole is the first of three Hall of Fame inductees for 2024. It is up to you to decide who will join him in the abode of the greats.
After a shortlist of 15 nominees becomes public later today, supporters will be able to vote for two further inductions.
Voting will take place at premierleague.com/halloffame and on the official Premier League app until 12:00 BST on Monday, April 8. Monday, April 22nd, is the day of the inductees’ reveal.
