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David Batty's reclusive retirement after England penalty miss
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David Batty's reclusive retirement after England penalty miss
Former England midfielder David Batty has kept a low profile since retiring in 2004, rarely seen by former teammates.
- Batty missed a penalty in England's 1998 World Cup shootout loss to Argentina.
- Batty won league titles with Leeds United in 1992 and Blackburn Rovers in 1995.
- Former Blackburn midfielder Mark Atkins and former Leeds striker Mark Viduka said they have not seen Batty since his playing days.
- Batty's agent Hayden Evans said Batty always planned to dedicate his time to his family in Yorkshire after retiring.
TopicsPlayer Retirementfootball-soccerEngland national football teamBlackburn RoversPremier League1998 World Cup Penalty ShootoutLeeds United
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