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Craig Gardner

midfielder · Aston Villa F.C.

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English footballer (born 1986)

Age 39

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Craig Gardner is an English professional football coach and former player who made 260 appearances in the Premier League and a further 67 in the Championship. He joined the coaching staff at Birmingham City in January 2021, was appointed technical director in June, and was promoted to director of football in February 2025.

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