Paul Scholes

Quick Facts

Full Name	Paul Scholes
Occupation	Soccer Player
Date Of Birth	Nov 16, 1974(1974-11-16)
Age	50
Birthplace	Salford Priors
Country	United Kingdom
Birth City	England
Horoscope	Scorpio

Paul Scholes Biography

Paul Scholes is one of the most popular and richest Soccer Player who was born on November 16, 1974 in Salford Priors, England, United Kingdom. Former midfielder who spent his entire 20-year career at Manchester United. He was a part of the World Cup for England in 1998 and 2002.

He was a teammate of He was teammates with Wayne Rooney on Manchester United from 2004 to 2013. on Manchester United from 2004 to 2013.

Scholes was born in Salford, Greater Manchester. On his mother’s side, his grandmother came from Ireland while his grandfather was from Northern Ireland. The family moved to Langley, Greater Manchester, when he was 18 months old, where he lived on Bowness Road and Talkin Drive. He attended the St Mary’s RC Primary School in Langley. The first team he played for was Langley Furrow. Scholes also excelled at cricket. At age 14, he began training with Manchester United. He later joined as a trainee upon leaving the Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School in Middleton during the summer of 1991. In his final term at school, he was selected to represent Great Britain National Schools in football.

Along with other United players who won the 1992 FA Youth Cup, Scholes has proposed a university in Greater Manchester, named University Academy 92 which would offer “broader courses than traditional degrees” and attract students who “otherwise might not go on to higher education”.

Three children were born to him and his wife Claire Froggatt.

Paul Scholes Net Worth

Paul Scholes is one of the richest Soccer Player from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Paul Scholes 's net worth $25 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was a part of Manchester United’s youth team. Manchester United youth team when the age of 14 was when he joined the Manchester United youth team.

He was awarded the league with 11 Premier League titles and 3 FA Cups while playing for Manchester United.

Paul Scholes (/s k oʊ l z / SKOHLZ ; born 16 November 1974) is an English football coach and former player, as well as a co-owner of Salford City. He spent his entire professional playing career with Manchester United, for whom he scored over 150 goals in more than 700 appearances between 1993 and 2013. His first managerial position was at Oldham Athletic, for 31 days in February and March 2019.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Paul Scholes height 5 ft 6 in Paul weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Paul Scholes Dating?

According to our records, Paul Scholes married to Claire Froggatt. As of December 1, 2023, Paul Scholes’s is not dating anyone.

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Scholes came on as a substitute in the 1995 FA Cup final against Everton, which United lost 1–0. He came close to scoring twice late in the game, only to be foiled by Neville Southall both times.

Facts & Trivia

Paul Ranked on the list of most popular Soccer Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. Paul Scholes celebrates birthday on November 16 of every year.

Scholes made his international debut against South Africa in 1997 in a 2–1 friendly win at Old Trafford, and was included in the England squad for the 1998 World Cup. England were grouped with Colombia, Tunisia and Romania. During England’s first World Cup group match against Tunisia, Scholes sealed a 2–0 victory with a goal late in the game.

What did Xavi say about Scholes?

“In the last 15 to 20 years the best central midfielder that I have seen – the most complete – is Scholes,” said Xavi. “He can play the final pass, he can score, he is strong, he never gets knocked off the ball and he doesn’t give possession away.

How many red cards did Paul Scholes get?

Scholes has been criticised for his disciplinary record, amassing the fifth- most yellow cards in Premier League history with 97, and also receiving four red cards.

Why did Paul Scholes retire?

Apart from disliking his place on the pitch, Scholes admitted that he wanted to spend more time with his family and give further importance to club football with Manchester United. However, Scholes explained that his decision to retire from international duty was a regrettable one; a decision he reflects on till date.

Is Paul Scholes the best player ever?

“ He is one of the top three to five players to have ever played in the Premier League – his passing, movement and technique set examples to everyone, not just younger players.” “For me, Paul Scholes has been the best midfield player in the Premier League.

Who was better Scholes or Gerrard?

When SPORTbible put out a poll to see who the fans thought was the better player, in 2019, Scholes came out on top. Out of the 28,000 people that voted, 38% reckon that United Scholes was the main man, with Gerrard coming in second with 36%. Owen played with all three throughout his career.