Joe Partington

International career Partington chose to play for Wales, qualifying through his Welsh mother. He made his debut for the Wales under-19 team in July 2007 against Chile. Aged only 17 years and 4 months he was made captain of the Welsh under-19 team for the game against Turkey in the Milk Cup and has captained his country at this level nine times since. His first Welsh goal came in a 3–1 defeat against Hungary.

On 2 February 2009, Partington was called up to the Wales under-21 squad for the first time by manager Brian Flynn for a friendly against Northern Ireland on 10 February. Because the match was cancelled, he made his under-21 debut on 31 March 2009 against Luxembourg at Llanelli's Parc y Scarlets. Partington captained the Welsh under-21s for the first time on 17 November 2010 in a 1–0 win against Austria.

Punditry career Following his retirement, Partington joined BBC Radio Solent as summariser for the channel's coverage on AFC Bournemouth.

Personal life Partington hosts the Leave No Doubt podcast which provides guidance on how to become a professional footballer, calling upon the advice of elite coaches and players. Launched in February 2022, the first episode saw Partington speak with former Arsenal and England international midfielder Jack Wilshere on how to maximise your potential.

Career statistics

Honours AFC Bournemouth EFL League Two runners-up: 2009–10

Bromley FA Trophy Winners: 2021–22