Steve Watkin (footballer)

Stephen Watkin (born 16 June 1971) is a Welsh former professional footballer who played as a striker. He is best known for the goal he scored to secure a 2–1 victory for Wrexham over Arsenal in a FA Cup third round tie in 1992. At the time Arsenal were the reigning Division One champions, whilst Wrexham were a Division Four side.[1] He later signed for Swansea City for £108,000,[2] before finishing his career in the Welsh Premier League.[3] He later became an accountant for a local firm.

Steve Watkin
Personal information
Full name Stephen Watkin
Date of birth (1971-06-16) 16 June 1971
Place of birth Wrexham, Wales
Position(s) Striker
Youth career
Wrexham
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1989–1997 Wrexham 204 (57)
1997–2003 Swansea City 207 (44)
2003–2006 Caernarfon Town 63 (15)
2006–2007 NEWI Cefn Druids 22 (3)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only

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