Anthony Elding
Personal information | |||
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Full name | Anthony Lee Elding | ||
Date of birth | 16 April 1982 | ||
Place of birth | Boston, England | ||
Position(s) |
Striker | ||
Youth career | |||
1993–1994 | Nottingham Forest | ||
1994–1995 | Lincoln City | ||
1996–1997 | Grimsby Town | ||
1998–2001 | Boston United | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
2001–2003 | Boston United | 37 | (6) |
2001–2002 | → Bedford Town (loan) | 4 | (1) |
2002–2003 | → Gainsborough Trinity (loan) | 1 | (0) |
2003–2006 | Stevenage Borough | 109 | (50) |
2006 | Kettering Town | 15 | (4) |
2006–2007 | Boston United | 19 | (5) |
2007–2008 | Stockport County | 45 | (24) |
2008 | Leeds United | 10 | (1) |
2008–2010 | Crewe Alexandra | 26 | (1) |
2009 | → Lincoln City (loan) | 15 | (3) |
2009 | → Kettering Town (loan) | 8 | (3) |
2010 | Ferencváros | 15 | (8) |
2010–2011 | Rochdale | 17 | (3) |
2011 | → Stockport County (loan) | 21 | (3) |
2011–2013 | Grimsby Town | 59 | (18) |
2012–2013 | → Preston North End (loan) | 5 | (0) |
2013 | Sligo Rovers | 24 | (19) |
2014 | Cork City | 2 | (0) |
2014–2015 | Ballinamallard United | 17 | (3) |
2015 | Derry City | 9 | (2) |
2015–2016 | Sligo Rovers | 8 | (2) |
Total | 469 | (157) | |
International career | |||
2003–2005 |
England C | 6 | (2) |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals |
Anthony Lee Elding (born 16 April 1982) is an English football coach and former professional player.
Elding was a
In the summer of 2010 he joined
Club career
Boston United
Elding was born in
In September 2001, to gain experience, he joined
Elding made his Football League debut in Boston's inaugural game at home to AFC Bournemouth on 10 August 2002 but was stretchered off with an ankle injury. Returning to fitness he made only sporadic appearances for the first team and in February 2003 he joined Gainsborough Trinity on loan, debuting in the 1–0 home defeat to Gateshead on 8 February 2003.[6] However, his loan was cut short as he returned to York Street to complete a permanent move to Stevenage Borough.[7]
He rejoined Boston in 2006 for his second spell at the club signing from Kettering Town, who he had previously joined for a fee of £40,000. He also had a successful spell at Stevenage Borough.
Stevenage Boro
Elding was at his most prolific during his time with Stevenage and was a favourite of the fans. He was put on the transfer list as a result of an argument with manager Graham Westley.[8]
Stockport County
Elding signed for an undisclosed five figure sum for fellow
Elding made his debut in Stockport County's 2–0 win over his former-team Boston United at Edgeley Park. This was the first win of the famous Football League record, winning nine consecutive games without conceding a goal with Elding contributing by scoring seven goals during this. By the end of the season he had scored 11 league goals in 20 league games, which put him top of the County goalscoring charts for the season, his efforts were also recognised by the club as he became the first player to win back to back player of the month awards during the season.
At the start of the 2007–08 season, Stockport were inconsistent and it took until the third game for Elding to open his account, but six more were to follow in league and cup. However, on 16 October 2007, Elding was suspended by Stockport, for a potential breach of contract, and potential breach of Football League rule 66.4 which prevents a player from approaching another club with a view to instigating a move.[10] However, the suspension was lifted on 19 October, with Elding stating: "I know why the club took the action they did, and I'm now looking forward to proving to everyone that I'm committed to County".[11]
Elding scored a few more before a lean spell left him on the sidelines, but he managed to score five goals in five league games between the end of December and the end of January, which put him fifth in the League Two goalscoring charts. Two bids were rejected by Stockport from Hartlepool United, before a bid from Leeds United was accepted.
During his 13-month period at County he scored 26 goals in 52 games in all competitions.
Leeds United
On 31 January 2008, Leeds United had an offer accepted by Stockport County for an undisclosed amount for Elding with a view to a permanent transfer.[12] He travelled to the club's Thorp Arch training ground and completed the deal the same day. The deal was confirmed just before the transfer deadline.
He scored his first competitive goal for Leeds in the 2–1 defeat to
Crewe Alexandra
He signed for Crewe Alexandra in July 2008 for £160,000.[14][15] Elding made his debut as a substitute for
Return to Kettering
Elding re-signed for Kettering Town on loan on 3 November 2009 after rejecting loan moves to Port Vale, Rushden & Diamonds and Darlington, and made his second Poppies debut against Wrexham the same day, scoring the first goal of the match.[20] Elding started the FA Cup 1–1 draw against his former club Leeds United, then in the replay at Elland Road he headed in the equalising goal for 1–1 in normal time, with Leeds winning 5–1 after extra time.
Ferencváros
After Elding left Kettering Town, Craig Short called him to Ferencváros and subsequently joined the club.[21] He scored 8 goals in 15 matches to become their top scorer for the season.
Rochdale
On 27 July 2010, Elding signed for League One promoted side Rochdale on a two–year contract.[22] He scored his first goal for dale in the League Cup First Round at Barnsley and this helped dale progress in the cup. The game ended 1–0.
Return to Stockport
On 7 January 2011, he re-joined former club Stockport County for the rest of the season,[23] and was given the number 9 shirt.[24] After joining the club, Elding says joining the club as 'nice to feel wanted again'.[25] He made his second club debut on 8 January in a 5–1 home defeat to Gillingham.[26] In his second game back at Edgeley Park, Elding missed a penalty, but set up two in a 3–3 draw with Rotherham United. On 12 February, Elding scored his first goal since returning to County in a 2–1 win over Bury.
Grimsby Town
On 25 July 2011, Elding signed for
On 4 September 2012, it was announced that Preston had made an offer for Elding that was turned down by Grimsby, in turn Elding admitted he wanted to leave after becoming unsettled having fallen behind
On 15 November, Preston North End then confirmed that they had signed the striker on loan until 1 January 2013 with Elding linking up with his former boss from Stevenage Graham Westley.[34] Elding played five league games for Preston during his loan spell, failing to score and returned to Grimsby on 1 January 2013. On 4 January 2013 Preston expressed an interest in taking Elding back on loan with a view to a permanent deal.[35] On 7 January Grimsby manager Rob Scott said despite the interest from Preston he was struggling to get hold of the club for the deal to progress.[36] Elding left Town on mutual consent on 8 February 2013.[37]
Sligo Rovers
After initially being linked to Sligo Rovers,[37] Grimsby Town had initially revealed upon Elding's release that he was bound to make a move to an unnamed League of Ireland side, but not Sligo as first thought.[37] The following week it was announced that he would be signing a contract with Limerick but after flying to Ireland, Elding did a U-turn and joined Sligo.[38] He has made a superb start to his career with the Bit o' Red, scoring six goals in five games.[39] Having scored six goals in five appearances, including scoring his first goal on his debut, Elding was named the Airtricity/Soccer Writers Association of Ireland Player of the Month for March 2013.[40] Anthony played UEFA Champions League Second Qualifying Round v Molde FK while at sligo Rovers making 2 Appearances both Home an Away legs
Cork City
On 16 November 2013,
Ballinamallard, Derry City and return to Sligo
On 23 May 2014 Elding moved to Northern Ireland signing with
before returning to Sligo Rovers.Coaching career
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Elding currently holds the UEFA 'A' qualification. Elding successfully completed his UEFA 'B' License on 27 May 2016.
Following on from the UEFA 'B', Elding successfully completed his UEFA 'A' License on 18 April 2017. With Completion of the UEFA 'B' and 'A' qualifications Elding has been involved at several elite national academy teams as assistant manager and manager.
Elding is continuing to progress through his coaching badges[when?] and is progressively working towards UEFA Pro Licence.
International career
Elding played six times for the
Career statistics
Club | Season | League | National cup[a] | League cup[b] | Other | Total | ||||||
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Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
Boston United | 2000–01 | Conference National
|
10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 1 |
2001–02 | Conference National | 19 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 6 | |
2002–03 | League Two
|
8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | |
Total | 37 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 40 | 7 | ||
Stevenage | 2002–03 | Conference National | 13 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 7 |
2003–04 | Conference National | 35 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 38 | 18 | |
2004–05 | Conference National | 44 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 46 | 20 | |
2005–06 | Conference National | 17 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 21 | 9 | |
Total | 109 | 50 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 118 | 54 | ||
Boston United | 2006–07 | League Two | 19 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 21 | 5 |
Stockport County | 2006–07 | League Two | 20 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 11 |
2007–08 | League Two | 25 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 32 | 15 | |
Total | 45 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 52 | 26 | ||
Leeds United | 2007–08 | League One
|
9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 1 |
Crewe Alexandra | 2008–09 | League One | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 21 | 3 |
2009–10 | League Two | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 | |
Total | 26 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 33 | 3 | ||
Lincoln City (loan) | 2008–09 | League Two | 15 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 3 |
Kettering Town (loan) | 2009–10 | Conference National | 8 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 4 |
Ferencváros | 2009–10 | Nemzeti Bajnokság I | 10 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 6 |
Rochdale | 2010–11 | League One | 17 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 21 | 5 |
Stockport County (loan) | 2010–11 | League Two | 21 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 3 |
Grimsby Town | 2011–12 | Conference National | 43 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 50 | 16 |
2012–13 | Conference National | 16 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 2 | |
Total | 59 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 66 | 18 | ||
Preston North End (loan) | 2012–13 | League One | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
Sligo Rovers | 2013 | League of Ireland Premier Division | 24 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 34 | 18 |
Cork City | 2014 | League of Ireland Premier Division | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
Ballinamallard United | 2014–15 | NIFL Premiership | 17 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 4 |
Derry City | 2015 | League of Ireland Premier Division | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 2 |
Sligo Rovers | 2015 | League of Ireland Premier Division | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career total | 432 | 136 | 21 | 7 | 16 | 9 | 21 | 9 | 490 | 161 |
Honours
As a player
Boston United
- Football Conference)
- Division Three)
Stockport County
- 2007: EFL Record – 9 Wins, 9 Clean Sheets
Leeds United
Grimsby Town
England C
- Four nations tournament: 2004–05
Stevenage Borough
Sligo Rovers
- FAI Cup 2013
As an assistant manager
Manulla FC
- Westaro Cup: 2016
Notes
References
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- ^ "Anthony Elding wants to leave Grimsby Town". This is Grimsby. 4 September 2012. Archived from the original on 5 May 2013.
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- ^ "Elding Joins on Loan". Preston North End. 15 November 2012.
- ^ "Grimsby Town forward Anthony Elding could be set for permanent switch to Preston North End". This is Grimsby. 4 January 2013. Archived from the original on 7 January 2013.
- ^ "'New faces still possible', says Grimsby Town joint boss Rob Scott". This is Grimsby. 7 January 2013. Archived from the original on 21 April 2013.
- ^ a b c "Anthony Elding leaves Grimsby Town for Irish Premier League side". This is Grimsby. 8 February 2013. Archived from the original on 12 February 2013. Retrieved 1 March 2013.
- ^ "Sligo Rovers confirm signing of former Grimsby Town striker Anthony Elding". This is Grimsby. 22 February 2013. Archived from the original on 26 February 2013. Retrieved 12 April 2013.
- ^ "Pre-season continues to give us positives for 2013". Sligo Weekender. 15 February 2013. Archived from the original on 18 February 2013.
- ^ "Sligo Rovers' Anthony Elding named player of the month". Sports News Ireland. 10 April 2013. Retrieved 12 April 2013.
- ^ "MSC: Waterford Utd 1–3 City". Cork City FC. 1 March 2014. Retrieved 22 April 2014.
- ^ "Striker Elding joins Ballinamallard". BBC Sport.
- ^ "Stansfield scores for England". 31 May 2005. Retrieved 1 May 2013.
- ^ "The 2005 Four Nations Kicks-Off on Tuesday". 24 May 2005. Retrieved 1 May 2013.
External links
- Anthony Elding at Soccerway
- "Profile at stockportcounty.co.uk". Archived from the original on 13 October 2007. Retrieved 7 July 2017.
- Profile at leedsunited.com
- Anthony Elding at Soccerbase