Quick Info
| Profession | Football manager and former professional footballer |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 02/09/1982 |
| Age | 44 years |
| Birthplace | Huyton, Merseyside, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about Joey Barton
Joey Barton pleaded not guilty at Liverpool Crown Court to causing grievous bodily harm with intent to Kevin Lynch, 51, at Fairway in Huyton on 8 March. The alleged attack followed drinking at Huyton and Prescot Golf Club, and Lynch was said to have suffered serious eye injuries. Barton was remanded in custody, and the trial was set to begin at the same court on 1 September 2026, expected to last seven days.
Joey Barton was found guilty at Liverpool Crown Court on six counts of sending grossly offensive electronic communications intended to cause distress or anxiety. He was acquitted on six other counts, and he was later handed a suspended prison sentence in December 2025.
Barton received a 12-week suspended prison sentence after being convicted of assaulting his wife during an incident at their family home. The court heard that he kicked her in the head during a drunken row, and the sentence was suspended for 18 months.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Joseph Anthony Barton |
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| Known For | Former English midfielder and football manager |
| Birth Name | Joseph Anthony Barton |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
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| Playing Position | Midfielder |
Personal Life
| Raised In | Huyton, Merseyside, England |
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| Residence | Widnes, Cheshire, England |
Career
| Playing Position | Midfielder |
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| National Team | England |
| Managerial Career | Football manager |
| Youth Clubs | Everton, Liverpool, Manchester City |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born and raised in Huyton, Merseyside. | |
| 2. He made his professional debut for Manchester City in 2003. | |
| 3. He earned one cap for England. | |
| 4. He earned one senior cap for England in 2007. | |
| 5. He was managing Bristol Rovers until 2023 after earlier managing Fleetwood Town. |
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