Ray Houghton

Soccer Player

Birthday January 9, 1962

Birth Sign Capricorn

Birthplace Scotland

Age 62 years old

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About

Former soccer midfielder known for his time with Liverpool, with whom he won two First Division titles between 1987 and 1992. He made 73 international appearances for the Republic of Ireland.

Before Fame

He played his youth soccer with West Ham United and eventually joined the senior team at 17, but left for Fulham after only making one appearance in three years.

Trivia

After retiring, he became a sports broadcaster. He has an honorary degree from the University of Huddersfield.

Family Life

Although born in Scotland, his father was Irish, allowing him to represent the country.

Associated With

He and Peter Beardsley played together at Liverpool.