Stuart Taylor is an English former professional footballer born in 1980 who played as a goalkeeper.
During his time at Arsenal, Taylor won the Premier League, FA Cup, and two Charity Shields.
Taylor made his league debut for Arsenal in a 3–1 victory against Manchester United in November 2001.
Biography
Early Life
Stuart James Taylor was born in 1980 in Romford, London. He began his football journey as a teenager with Wimbledon before joining Arsenal as a youth player in 1997.
Career
Taylor made his professional debut for Arsenal in a League Cup match against Ipswich Town in November 2000. He had a notable career at Arsenal, where he made ten league appearances during the club's 2001–02 Premier League-winning season, earning a winners' medal in the process. Despite being tipped as a potential successor to legendary goalkeeper David Seaman, Taylor faced stiff competition from new signings Jens Lehmann and Manuel Almunia, which limited his playing time. Throughout his career, he was loaned to several clubs, including Bristol Rovers, Crystal Palace, Peterborough United, and Leicester City. After leaving Arsenal, he played for clubs such as Aston Villa, Manchester City, and Reading, before concluding his career at Leeds United in 2015.
Taylor also represented England at various youth levels, including the U20 team during the 1999 FIFA World Youth Championship, and was capped three times for the U21 team. His career was marked by significant achievements, including winning the Premier League, FA Cup, and Charity Shields with Arsenal.
Legacy
Stuart Taylor is remembered as a dedicated goalkeeper who navigated a challenging career path in professional football. His contributions to Arsenal during a successful period for the club and his involvement with the national youth teams highlight his impact on the sport.
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Career & Clubs
Arsenal
Taylor was born in Romford, London. After a brief spell as a teenager with Wimbledon, Taylor joined Arsenal in 1997 as a youth player. He made his Arsenal debut in a League Cup game against Ipswich Town in November 2000. While at Arsenal he was loaned out to Bristol Rovers, Crystal Palace, Peterborough United and Leicester City. His league debut for Arsenal came in a 3–1 win against Manchester United in November 2001. He went on to make ten League appearances in Arsenal's 2001–02 Premier League-winning season, thus qualifying him for a winners' medal. This feat was achieved in the final match against Everton, with the title already won. Richard Wright started the game with Taylor upon nine appearances. Manager Arsène Wenger substituted Wright in the 85th minute of play for Taylor who thus earned a medal with this cap. During his time at Arsenal he was tipped to become David Seaman's successor. However, although he saw off competition from Alex Manninger and Wright, the signings of Jens Lehmann and Manuel Almunia in 2003 and 2004 respectively saw him struggle for playing time. Taylor also missed the whole of the 2003–04 season due to a persistent shoulder problem. After the signing of Almunia, Taylor thus became the club's third-choice goalkeeper and Wenger told Taylor that he would understand if he chose to leave. During his stay at Highbury Taylor won a league title, an FA Cup as well as two Charity Shields. Altogether he made 30 appearances in all…
Taylor played for the England U20 team at the 1999 FIFA World Youth Championship alongside Ashley Cole, Peter Crouch and Andrew Johnson. He was capped three times for the England U21 team.
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- England national under-18 association football team (1998–1999)
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- England national under-20 association football team (1999–1999)
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- England national under-21 association football team (2001–2001)
- League
- Premier League
- National team
- England
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- Cardiff City F.C. (2009–2009)
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- Arsenal F.C. (1997–2005)
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- Bristol Rovers F.C. (1999–1999)
- Club
- Reading F.C. (2012–2014)
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- Manchester City F.C. (2009–2012)
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- Leicester City F.C. (2004–2005)
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- Aston Villa F.C. (2005–2009)
- Club
- Peterborough United F.C. (2001–2001)
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- Crystal Palace F.C. (2000–2000)
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- Yeovil Town F.C. (2013–2013)
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- Leeds United F.C. (2014–2015)
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- England national under-16 association football team (1997–1997)
Legacy
Arsenal
Premier League: 2001–02 FA Cup: 2002–03 FA Charity/Community Shield: 1999, 2002
Clubs
- Arsenal F.C.1997–2005
- England national under-16 association football team1997–1997
- England national under-18 association football team1998–1999
- Bristol Rovers F.C.1999–1999
- England national under-20 association football team1999–1999
- Crystal Palace F.C.2000–2000
- England national under-21 association football team2001–2001
- Peterborough United F.C.2001–2001
- Leicester City F.C.2004–2005
- Aston Villa F.C.2005–2009
- Cardiff City F.C.2009–2009
- Manchester City F.C.2009–2012
- Reading F.C.2012–2014
- Yeovil Town F.C.2013–2013
- Leeds United F.C.2014–2015
Played together with
Aapo HalmeLeeds United F.C.- Aaron BrownReading F.C. · 2005–2008
- Aaron BrownYeovil Town F.C. · 2008–2009
- Aaron ChapmanBristol Rovers F.C. · 2015–2015
- Aaron CookCrystal Palace F.C. · 1999–1999
- Aaron DownesBristol Rovers F.C. · 2012–2012
Aaron HughesAston Villa F.C. · 2005–2007
Aaron KuhlReading F.C. · 2008- Aaron KuhlReading F.C. · 2013
- Aaron KuhlReading F.C. · 2014
Aaron LennonEngland national under-21 association football team · 2005–2008- Aaron LennonLeeds United F.C. · 2003–2005
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Stuart James Taylor is an English former professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
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