So much so that Blackburns owner at the time, Jack Walker, famously responded to speculation that Rovers were interested in signing Zidane with Why do you want to sign Zidane when we have Tim Sherwood? a phrase that highlights the love and admiration the Blackburn owner had for his captain at the time. Subscribing to iFollow today means you'll get even more access to Bristol Rovers content, including: Don't forget, at least 70% of all net revenue from iFollow goes directly to us! Williams arrived at City the same time as Akinde and made more than 50 appearances for the club over three seasons but was released in January 2011, signing for Rovers. A much-hyped prospect at Liverpool, the striker was signed by City in 2004 after failing to make the grade at Anfield but didn't make much of an impact there either. Live coverage of all of our fixtures, meaning you'll never miss a game, Match highlights to relive all the action, Live coverage of all of our fixtures, meaning youll never miss a game. Although born in Fleetwood, Lancashire, Cough has spent more than 25 years living in Bristol and trains and promotes fights in the city. The boxer, from Frampton Cotterell, was previously super middleweight world champion and recently helped to launch Skemers boxing gym. Salgado whoa. The choice is yours! He bagged 26 goals in two seasons after breaking into the first team for good and became an instant fan favourite. His dad, also a Gas fan, runs Skemers boxing gym. He was commanding, agile and an excellent shot-stopper. A Gas legend who was briefly associated with the Robins after making three appearances on loan from Wolves as a teenager. Hannahs parents actually work at Bristol University. They are not doing well and are almost broke. The Welsh midfielder endeared himself to his new club with a winner against former club Yeovil in a 1-0 West Country derby win, having played for the Glovers the same season on loan. Jansen returned to the Rovers team later that year, but he was unable to recapture the fantastic goal scoring form hed shown earlier in his career. Match Day Threads. A product of the Blackburn Rovers academy Damien Duff was a fan favourite from the off. Amongst the plethora of players who have represented Bristol Rovers across the years, there are a handful of names that stand out, one of whom is undoubtedly Alfie Biggs, a tall, strapping centre-forward, whose rumbustious style and never-say-die attitude epitomised Rovers halcyon days of the 1950s. He turned down the chance to join Manchester United the team he famously scored twice against in 2005 midway through his Rovers career to remain at Ewood Park. If you enjoyed our list of ex-Blackburn Rovers players, check out our other articles about the club here. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. General Football Chat. With his name enshrined in the lyrics to Tote End Boys, its now fitting that Alfie Biggs now takes his place in the Bristol Rovers Hall of Fame. Premier League Appearances:204if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'ftblcult_com-narrow-sky-2','ezslot_12',120,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-ftblcult_com-narrow-sky-2-0'); Big Col show us your ass. 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"It's a loyal and good club and people stick by it. Victor Moses continues to show that he has a role to play this season whilst MichyBatshuayi built on his strong start. Salgado oozed class. There were also rumours of him playing for a Sunday League team under a false name while registered with the club. Born at Oldland Common, Bristol back in 1913. Las Cruces, NM Ukulele Players. In early 2017 Bristol Rovers Football Club helped kick start this new venture by encouraging a squad of volunteers to come together to form an official association. The Bristolian began his career at Ashton Gate, making his debut as a teenager before leaving for Stevenage in 1998. "Bristol is well known for having that edge of racism in some parts of the city. Image courtesy of FernhillOldBoy on Twitter, FamousCFC.com is a site run by Chelsea fans, offering news and opinions. He scored a famous hat-trick against Manchester United in 2006, one that will live long in the memory of all Blackburn Rovers fans. Best known for playing Cassie in Bristol based Skins and now Gilly in Game of Thrones. Bodybuilder, weightlifter andprobably best known for playing Darth Vader in the original Star Wars movies. One of the most famous artists from Bristol, Massive Attack have been going strong since 1988 and made their return to the Bristol music scene during their amazing Clifton Down gig in 2016. We believe every. But Anyinsah always wanted to return home and he earned a move to Rovers in 2011 during Paul Buckle's big rebuild in 2011. .K. Hollywood actor Kelsey Grammer watches a Bristol Rovers game (Image: Joe Meredith/JMP) 'Supporter' might be stretching it, but Frasier Crane himself attending a Rovers game deserves a mention. He was magnificent. In the club's early history the appearance record was held by goalkeeper Arthur Cartlidge,[1] who played in 258 Southern League games between 1901 and 1909. if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'ftblcult_com-sky-3','ezslot_18',128,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-ftblcult_com-sky-3-0'); Premier League Goals:34if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'ftblcult_com-leader-2','ezslot_2',129,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-ftblcult_com-leader-2-0'); The greatest left foot to grace the Premier League. Bristol Rovers's home form is average with the following results : 5 wins, 4 . Sir Geoff Hurst, scored a hat-trick in the 1966 World Cup Final. Born in Kingswood, Colin was a famous English planetary scientist. Premier League appearances:204if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'ftblcult_com-large-leaderboard-2','ezslot_19',110,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-ftblcult_com-large-leaderboard-2-0'); Premier League goals:31if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[468,60],'ftblcult_com-leader-1','ezslot_9',111,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-ftblcult_com-leader-1-0'); Born and raised in Blackburn, David Dunn bleeds blue and white. The actor, famed for his roles in Frasier, Cheers and the Simpsons, went to the Mem for the Gas' 2-1 defeat to Rochdale in 2014. The greatest South African to play in the Premier League, Benni McCarthy was a goalscoring machine. We believe every hard work in Bristol is rewarded. She said: "I went with Bristol Rovers because I am from Bristol. Hundreds of police began clearing climate protesters out of an abandoned village in a showdown over the expansion of an opencast lignite mine that has highlighted tensions around Germany's climate policy during an energy crisis. Ukulele Players offer up peaceful entertainment at just about any event: from weddings to luaus, Hawaiian-theme parties, and more. "When I attend their matches, and if I am not invited to the chairman's box, which is just a little wooden structure - nothing like the luxury box in which the hon. He achieved three promotions at the club and is the highest appearance maker of the 21st century. His style on the pitch often made Eastville his stage, and the adoring Gasheads his audience, with his buccaneering approach made to look effortless as he'd rifle home goal after goal. Former Bristol Rovers forward Dwayne Plummer, Bristol Rovers striker Steven Gillespie in action against Wycombe Wanderers in 2014, Gary Sawyer challenges former Aston Villa winger Marc Albrighton. James Connolly - 5 Seemed to lack cohesion with his defensive partners. Position key: The former Top Gear presenterwas born back in 1963 in Bristol. Born in 1989, Bristol's most famous snooker player has hit more than 450 century breaks during his career. Today Gallacher works for local radio as a Blackburn pundit for the majority of their Championship games. Do you want to become famous one day? After he scored three goals in 10 games for City at the back end of the 2006/07 season, Rovers took him on a temporary deal in February 2008 but he played just 17 minutes for the Gas after suffering a knee ligament injury on debut. Here is a selection of the Gas' most famous fans. He was a grafter. Two stints at the club either side of a few years at Birmingham saw him amass over 200 league appearances for the club. His passion and willingness to give everything for the shirt was a huge factor. Premier League Appearances:160if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'ftblcult_com-narrow-sky-1','ezslot_7',126,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-ftblcult_com-narrow-sky-1-0');if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'ftblcult_com-narrow-sky-1','ezslot_8',126,'0','1'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-ftblcult_com-narrow-sky-1-0_1'); .narrow-sky-1-multi-126{border:none !important;display:block !important;float:none !important;line-height:0px;margin-bottom:15px !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-top:15px !important;max-width:100% !important;min-height:250px;min-width:250px;padding:0;text-align:center !important;}. Why Credit Bristol Rovers Former cricketer and ex-chairman of selectors for England, Graveney is Bristol born and bred and spent the most of his playing career at Gloucestershire. DF Defender; Legendary Bristol DJ and producer Size has played alongside Barrow in Rovers charity matches. A year later though, Biggs completed a sensational return, labelled as a real coup for the club. Born at Oldland Common, Bristol back in 1913. Bristol born-and-bred and a popular defender for City over six years and 148 league appearances. GK Goalkeeper; Big Col, Big Col show us your ass. Yep, thats a chant Rovers fans would sing week in week out for their Scottish centre half Colin Hendry. Ten days later, more than 25,000 has been raised to support the Gas' promotion hero . Football Related Chat. A few new signings would not go amiss if they are better than what we have, but we took another positive step. Founded 1883 Address Filton Avenue, Horfield BS7 0BF Bristol, Gloucestershire Country England Phone +44 (117) 909 6648 Fax +44 (117) 907 4312 E-mail Hendry had two stints at Rovers, resulting in nine successful years at the club. Harold Jarman becomes the ninth addition to the Hall of Fame, and the first living inductee. He was capped more times for England than any other Bristolian footballer. "Bristol born, 'The Baron' scored an incredible 197 goals in 463 appearances across two prolific spells with Rovers. He was an honest player who gave his all. if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'ftblcult_com-mobile-leaderboard-2','ezslot_6',135,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-ftblcult_com-mobile-leaderboard-2-0'); Unfortunately, things went downhill after that. Alfies Rovers career was only interrupted with a 15 month spell at Preston North End. However, despite being appointed club captain on his return, Biggs could not prevent his home-town club from being relegated back to third-tier football. The only regret is not having him for longer. Give him time and space on the edge of the box and he would punish you. BRFPA | Registered as a Voluntary Association in England & Wales | Photographs are kindly supplied by members of the association - please request permission for their use via the contact page. "I remember being 10 years old sitting on the M32 with my mate because we couldnt afford to get in and watch. Bristol Rovers Football Club team news on Sky Sports - See fixtures, live scores, results, stats, video, photos and more.. players includes Scott Sinclair, Neil Etheridge, Bobby Zamora, Anwar Uddin and Josh Ginnelly. Alfie's Rovers career was only interrupted with a 15 month spell . This makes them the 12th most successful team in the country. Shes now regularly seen out and about at various Bristol nights out. Standing at 64 tall, he was dominant in the air at both ends of the pitch. Following an excellent 2002/03 season, it was no surprise to see Duff move onto bigger and better things as Chelsea came sniffing. players (2599 appearances), https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_Bristol_Rovers_F.C._players&oldid=1111994274, This page was last edited on 24 September 2022, at 03:23. Loftus-Cheek looked strong and has two assists, whereas Ola Aina had a mixed game but that is expected from time to time as a young talent develops. YouTube Star Born in United States; New Gas full-back Mark Little has become the latest to make the switch, THE LATEST NEWS ON THE GAS STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX. Revelers ride their horses through smoke and flames to purify their animals during the Luminarias celebration in the Spanish village of San Bartolome de Pinares. Over the last few years Pedersen, who still plays in his homeland Norway, has been welcomed to train with the club on numerous occasions during his offseason. Reuters, the news and media division of Thomson Reuters, is the worlds largest multimedia news provider, reaching billions of people worldwide every day. He turned down an approach from fierce rivals Burnley as a kid to join the Rovers Academy and went on to become a club legend. Reuters provides business, financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals, the world's media organizations, industry events and directly to consumers. League goals:168if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'ftblcult_com-portrait-2','ezslot_17',113,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-ftblcult_com-portrait-2-0'); Garner joined Rovers as an apprentice in 1978, and over the course of the next 14 years hed go on to become the clubs all-time leading goal scorer with a total of 192 goals in all competitions. FW Forward, Last edited on 24 September 2022, at 03:23, List of Bristol Rovers F.C. Unsurprisingly, Rovers did not choose to turn his loan move into a permanent switch. Initially signed on loan from Arsenal, David Bentley went on to make over 150 Premier League appearances for Blackburn Rovers. if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[468,60],'ftblcult_com-netboard-1','ezslot_13',131,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-ftblcult_com-netboard-1-0'); Premier League Goals:52if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[468,60],'ftblcult_com-mobile-leaderboard-1','ezslot_5',132,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-ftblcult_com-mobile-leaderboard-1-0'); Of all the former Blackburn Rovers players on the list, only Alan Shearer has scored more Premier League goals for the club than Kevin Gallacher. He held the position of chairman of selectors for nine years, overseeing the legendary 2005 Ashes. Better things as Chelsea came sniffing went with Bristol Rovers because I am from Bristol not him... Planetary scientist may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you the and... 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