Gareth Davies

Gareth Melville Davies (born 11 December 1973) is a Welsh former professional footballer who played as a central defender. He made over 100 appearances in the English Football League during his career before being forced to retire after a long-term knee injury.

Although he was born in England, he grew up just across the border in Wales and represented them at Under 21 level.

His son, Rhys, is also a professional footballer who plays for Aberystwyth Town having previously played for Hereford FC.

Career Davies joined his local club Hereford United as a YTS trainee at the age of 15, He later played for non-league side Chippenham Town, before retiring from football altogether in 2003 to work in the recruitment industry.