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Chris Baird

Defence

Date of Birth:
25th February 1982

Height:
179cm

Place of Birth:
Rasharkin, N. Ireland

Weight:
71kg

Debut:
Arsenal (A) 12/08/2007

Previous Clubs:
Southampton

The Northern Ireland international was a versatile squad player during the 2008-09 campaign, filling various defensive roles when required and has performed admirably in central midfield this season.

Baird was signed during the summer of 2007 following an outstanding season with Southampton, a year which saw him named the Saints’ Player of the Season for his impressive displays at centre-back.

Valued by the Manager, Baird made his first start of the 2008-09 season in the Club’s Boxing Day draw with Tottenham Hotspur at White Hart Lane coming in for the injured Brede Hangeland.

And in the Norwegian international’s absence Baird coped commendably, with an impeccable performance alongside fellow countryman Aaron Hughes making a number of vital interceptions.

When the Whites travelled to the Emirates in February, Baird was again included in the starting line-up, selected at right-back in the absence of the suspended John Pantsil. He would once again put in another superb defensive display.

This season Baird has come to the fore and has been a regular in the heart of Fulham's midfield in recent months. A regular for the Northern Ireland national team, Baird has won more than 30 caps since making his debut against Italy in 2003.

After performing admirably in central midfield during the first half of the 09/10 campaign, Baird turned his hand to right-back for the second half of the season following John Pantsil's serious knee injury.

Baird has been outstanding so far this season and has been one of the Club's unsung heroes.

Fulham Record

SeasonLeagueFA CupCarling CupUEFATotal
 AppGoalsAppGoalsAppGoalsAppGoalsAppGoals
2009-2010240301090370
2008-2009100001000110
2007-2008180201000210
League StatsTotal 09/10
Appearances17
Starts15
Subs appearances2
Goals scored0
Total shots12
Total shot on target3
Total assists1
Fouls commited20
Fouls against10
Yellow cards3
Red cards0

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Holding the Line

Holding the Line

Description
Chris Baird looks back on a memorable Fulham display in Donetsk on Thursday evening.
Published Date
Friday 26th February 2010
Winning Step

Winning Step

Description
Having reached the FA Cup Final in 2003 with Southampton, Chris Baird wants to go one step further this year with Fulham FC.
Published Date
Wednesday 10th February 2010