Ben Marshall

Early career

Ben Marshall started his career in Manchester United's academy as a seven-year-old in 1997. He remained there until 2005, when he joined Dario Gradi at Crewe Alexandra's academy. He spent a total of four years at Crewe Alexandra.

Stoke City

Marshall signed for Stoke City on 8 July 2009 along with fellow youngster Matthew Lund from Crewe, both having come through the youth system at the Alexandra Stadium.

Northampton Town (loan)

After an impressive pre-season for Stoke, he joined Northampton Town on loan for three months on 7 August to gain some first team experience and he earned praise from Cobblers boss Stuart Gray. Marshall returned to Stoke on 4 November 2009.

Cheltenham Town (loan)

On 13 November 2009, Marshall was sent on a month's loan with Cheltenham Town. He made his debut on 14 November 2009 in a 1–1 draw with Lincoln City.

Carlisle United (loan)

On 1 February 2010, Marshall moved on loan to League One side Carlisle United. He made his debut for the Cumbrians in a 2–1 defeat to Colchester United. He played 20 games and scored three goals for Carlisle. He returned to Carlisle on a six-month loan on 31 August 2010. Marshall stated that he was 'excited' about rejoining Carlisle United on loan. His loan was then extended until the end of the season. His performances earned the praise of Carlisle manager Greg Abbott. He won the Football League Trophy with United, playing 23 minutes of the final against…

Marshall made his debut for the England U21s in a European U21 Championship qualifier against Azerbaijan at the Dalga Arena, coming on as a 61st-minute substitute for Wilfried Zaha. England went on to win the game 2–0.

As of 5 May 2019

In May 2026, it was reported that Marshall had lost his footballer fortunes though poor financial decisions and was spared jail after going on a drunken vandalism spree in an antique shop in Newport, Shropshire.