Bruce Ahern

Bruce Ahern (born 10 October 1974 in Zomba, Malawi) was a talented footballer. His short career was cut short by a leg injury he suffered playing for the England U19 side. After retiring from Football at 18 he went to university (University of Kent). It is thought that he is now a P.E teacher in Bedfordshire

Career

Bruce made his debut as a 16 year old for Gillingham FC in a home match with Brentford (12 December 1990). He scored the winning goal for Gillingham after coming on as a substitute for David Crown in the 89th minute. He was quickly spotted by Liverpool FC as a promising talent and was signed for £125,000 in January 1990.

In May 1990 he was selected for the England U19 and made his debut in the away match against Spain. The result was 2-2. In the same game Steve McManaman made his debut.

On the final game of the 1991 season Bruce made his Liverpool debut scoring in the 3-0 victory against Leeds United.

On his second appearance for England’s U19 a tackle from Randi Bolong shattered his left knee. Between October 2001 and February 2003 he had 7 knee operations. These failed to rectify the problem and led to his premature retirement from football in December 1991.

Bruce Ahern is now believed to teach I.T. in Putteridge High School. .....yes XD