Gary Neville
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Overview

Gary Alexander Neville, born on 18 February 1975, is an English football pundit, former player, and co-owner of English Football League club Salford City. His illustrious career spans over two decades, marked by numerous achievements and milestones both on and off the field.
Main Milestones
Birth
18 February 1975
Gary Alexander Neville was born in Bury, England, setting the stage for a remarkable life in football.
Joining Manchester United
1991
Neville joined Manchester United as an apprentice, marking the beginning of his professional football career. He quickly became part of the famous 'Class of '92' alongside other future stars like Ryan Giggs, David Beckham, Paul Scholes, and Nicky Butt.
Senior Debut
1992
Neville made his senior debut for Manchester United against Torpedo Moscow in the UEFA Cup, a significant milestone in his early career.
First-Choice Right-Back
1994-1995
Neville became Manchester United's first-choice right-back, replacing Paul Parker and establishing himself as a key player in the team.
International Debut
1995
Neville made his international debut for England in a friendly win against Japan, marking the start of a long and distinguished career with the national team.
Euro '96
1996
Neville played in four of England's Euro '96 matches, helping the team reach the semi-finals and further cementing his place in the national team.
Club Captain
2005
Neville took over as club captain of Manchester United, a role he held for five years, demonstrating his leadership and commitment to the team.
Retirement
2011
Neville officially announced his retirement from football after a remarkable career with Manchester United, having won 20 trophies including eight Premier League titles and two UEFA Champions League titles.
Punditry Career
2011-2012
Neville began his career as a football pundit, joining Sky Sports and quickly becoming known for his insightful and neutral analysis.
Valencia Manager
2015-2016
Neville took over as head coach of Valencia but was sacked after only four months, returning to his role as a pundit for Sky Sports later that year.
The Overlap
2021
Neville started his own YouTube channel, The Overlap, where he interviews figures from the world of sport, further expanding his influence and presence in football media.
Dragons' Den
2024
Neville began making guest appearances on the British reality television business programme Dragons' Den, showcasing his entrepreneurial side and investing in various businesses.