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Quinton Fortune

Position: forward/midfielder

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Name: Quinton Fortune
Birthdate: 21-05-1977
Age: 48
Birthplace: Cape Town, South Africa
Height: 5' 9" (1.75m)
Weight: 11st 9lbs (73.94kg)
Years at Club: 1999-2006
Signing Info: Transferred from: Club Atletico de Madrid, 21/08/1999, £1.5m
Previous Clubs: RCD Mallorca, Club Atletico de Madrid
Debut: 30/08/1999 v Newcastle United (H) 5-1 (Premiership)
Farewell: Transferred to Bolton Wanderers, 26/06/2006, £Free
Passed Away:

Biography
Early Life and Youth Career
Born on May 21, 1977, in Cape Town, South Africa, Quinton Fortune began playing football on the streets before a move to England saw him at Tottenham Hotspur's academy joining the London club from 1991-1995, a move to Spain with Mallorca & Atlético Madrid B & Atlético Madrid.

Arrival at Manchester United
On 21/08/1999 Fortune transferred from Atlético Madrid, for £1.5m, making his debut during a league match on 30/08/1999 v Newcastle United at Old Trafford. He was praised by Sir Alex Ferguson for his versatility—comfortable at left-back, central midfield, or on the wing—and his fearless approach to big matches.

Fortune made 126 appearances for Manchester United scoring 11 goals mostly playing a squad role during one of United’s most successful eras. Although competition for places limited his starts, Fortune’s adaptability made him a trusted option off the bench and in cup ties. On 11-01-2000 Fortune scored twice in the famous Maracana Stadium during the Club World Cup.

International Career
A stalwart for the South Africa national team, Fortune earned 46 caps between 1996 and 2005. He represented the Bafana Bafana at the 1998 & 2002 FIFA World Cups.

Later Career & Post-Retirement
After leaving United in 2006, Fortune had short spells at Bolton Wanderers, Brescia, Tubize of Belgium & Doncaster Rovers before retiring in 2008. Since hanging up his boots, he’s pursued coaching as an assistant with Reading, Guadalajara & Tigres UANL of Mexico.

Legacy
Quinton Fortune remains celebrated by Manchester United fans for his commitment and team-first mentality. As the 1st African to play at Old Trafford, his journey—from Cape Town to glory—continues to inspire aspiring footballers worldwide.
 
Season Goals Season Appearances
League Goals League Appearances League Cup Goals League Cup Appearances FA Cup Goals FA Cup Appearances Charity Shield Goals Charity Shield Appearances European Cup Goals European Cup Appearances UEFA Cup Goals UEFA Cup Appearances Super Cup Goals Super Cup Appearances Cup Winners Cup Goals Cup Winners Cup Appearances Inter-Continental Cup Goals Inter-Continental Cup Appearances Club World Cup Goals Club World Cup Appearances Season
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1. 1999-2000 2 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 4 12
2. 2000-2001 2 7 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 11
3. 2001-2002 1 14 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 19
4. 2002-2003 0 9 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16
5. 2003-2004 1 23 0 1 0 3 0 1 2 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 35
6. 2004-2005 0 17 0 4 1 6 0 1 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 33
TOTALS 6 76 0 8 1 9 0 3 2 28 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 11 126

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