Leon Julian Brendan Best was born 19th September 1986 in Nottingham. He is an Irish football player who plays as a striker for Newcastle United and Ireland’s national football team. He won his first international match against Nigeria in 2009.
As a young player, Best started his career at Notts County before being signed as a trainee by at the time Premier League club Southampton. He made his professional debut against Newcastle United on his 18th birthday in 2004.
He signed for Newcastle United on 1 February 2010 on a three and a half year contract. Best made his debut against Cardiff City at St James' Park on 5 February 2010. Best failed to make an impact in his first season at Newcastle United.
Best was called up to Irelands senior squad for the first time for the games against Nigeria and then the FIFA World Cup qualifier against Bulgaria. He made his debut on the 29 May against Nigeria in a match that finished in a draw.
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