Ben White

Professional Footballer

English Poole, Dorset, England

Quick Info

ProfessionProfessional Footballer
NationalityEnglish
Date of Birth08/10/1997
Age28 years
BirthplacePoole, Dorset, England

Latest News about Ben White

27/03/2026

Ben White was called up to the England squad for the first time since 2022, for two friendlies aimed at players on the fringe for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In the 1–1 draw against Uruguay on 27 March, he substituted on in the 68th minute, scored the opener in the 81st minute, but gave away the equalising penalty in stoppage time.

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Bio/Wiki

SummaryEnglish professional centre-back who plays for Arsenal FC. Known for his defensive capabilities and has represented England at senior level.
Career StartBegan senior career in 2016 with Brighton & Hove Albion at age 18
Notable AchievementSigned for Arsenal in 2021 for a club record transfer fee of up to £50 million, becoming the club's most expensive defender

Physical Stats & More

Height6'1" (186 cm)
Weight168 lbs
Preferred FootRight
PositionDefender/Centre-back
Shirt Number4

Personal Life

Grassroots ClubKingswood Youth FC
County FADorset

Relationships & More

SpouseMilly Adams
Engagement DateJune 2022
Marriage DateMay 2023
Marriage LocationLondon

Career

Current ClubArsenal FC
Previous Clubs
  • Southampton (youth)
  • Brighton & Hove Albion
  • Newport County (loan)
  • Peterborough United (loan)
  • Leeds United (loan)
England Debut02/06/2021
England Senior Caps7
England Senior Goals2
Legacy Number1261
Professional League ExperiencePlayed in all four professional English leagues

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Released by Southampton at age 16 after eight years at the club
2. Won the Championship with Leeds United during a loan spell
3. Named in provisional long list for England's UEFA EURO 2020 campaign in May 2021, his first call-up at any level by the Three Lions
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