Kevin Richardson (footballer) Arsenal Aston Villa Kevin Richardson (footballer) Kevin Richardson (born 4 December 1962) is an English former footballer who played as a midfielder. Richardson featured for English clubs Everton, Watford, Arsenal, Aston Villa, Coventry City, Southampton, Barnsley and Blackpool. He also had a spell in La Liga with Real Sociedad. He was also capped for the England national football team. During October 2009 he was appointed as the assistant manager of Darlington. Richardson is currently a coach at Newcastle United's academy. Richardson was born in Newcastle upon Tyne where he played football for Montagu and North Fenham Boys club. He joined
1997–98 in English football club record £7.5million for Southampton striker Kevin Davies, 21. 5 June 1998 – Aston Villa sign winger Alan Thompson from Bolton Wanderers for £4.5million. 30 June 1998 – David Beckham is sent off for kicking Diego Simeone after he was fouled by him in England's World Cup second round clash with Argentina, and England lose on penalties after a 2–2 draw. 1997–98 in English football The 1997–98 season was the 118th season of competitive football in England. Arsenal overhauled Manchester United's lead during the final weeks of the season to win the Premiership title. They added the FA Cup two