Ashley Williams

• Full name: Ashley Jordan Williams
• Date of birth: 26 August 1984
• Place of birth: Wrexham, Wales
• Position: Centre-back
• Nationality: Welsh

Club career (summary)

• Early career: Began at youth level with his local clubs; turned professional with non-league sides including Caersws and then moved to Barry Town and Stockport County on loan before joining Bristol City.
• Bristol City (2006–2008): Breakthrough in the Football League, establishing himself as a reliable defender.
• Bolton Wanderers (2008–2010): Stepped up to the Premier League with Bolton, gaining top‑flight experience.
• Wigan Athletic (2010–2012): Continued in the Premier League and became an important defensive presence.
• Everton (2012–2016): Transferred to Everton, where he was a regular starter at centre-back, known for aerial strength and leadership.
• Swansea City (2016–2018): Later moved to Swansea, remaining in the Premier League before playing in lower leagues toward the end of his career.

International career

• Long-serving Wales international and former captain.
• Made his senior Wales debut in 2005 and amassed over 80 caps.
• Notably captained Wales to the UEFA Euro 2016 semi-finals, their best major-tournament finish in the modern era.

Playing style and attributes

• Powerful, physical centre-back with strong aerial ability.
• Organiser and leader at the back; effective in set-piece situations both defensively and offensively.

Honours & recognition

• Key figure in Wales’ successful Euro 2016 campaign (semi-finalists).
• Individual recognition at club level for defensive consistency during his time in the Premier League.

Notes: This profile refers to Ashley Williams (born 1984), the Welsh centre-back who played for Everton from 2012 to 2016 and who captained Wales. Additional statistics (appearances, goals, specific dates) can be provided on request.