What happened to David Batty, who shook off penalty miss against Argentina?
England midfielder David Batty quickly shook off his penalty miss against Argentina in 1998. As the two teams prepare to meet in the World Cup knockout stage again, BBC Sport asks: what happened to him?
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Notable Quotes
"I don't think anyone has seen him since we played together."
— Mark Viduka , Athlete
"It was clear from day one that he would never go into coaching, for example, and never seek that as a route back into football."
— Hayden Evans , Other
"We have tried to get him to the dos we have had, but nobody can get hold of him."
— Mark Atkins , Athlete
Key People
Carlos Roa is an Argentine goalkeeper famous for saving David Batty's penalty in the 1998 World Cup.
David Batty is a former England midfielder known for his participation in the 1998 World Cup.
David O'Leary is a former manager associated with Leeds United.
Hayden Evans is David Batty's friend and agent.
Mark Atkins is a former midfielder who played with David Batty at Blackburn Rovers.
Mark Viduka is a former Australian striker and former teammate of David Batty.
Rio Ferdinand is a former England defender and teammate of David Batty.
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England midfielder David Batty quickly shook off his penalty miss against Argentina in 1998. As the two teams prepare to meet in the World Cup knockout stage again, BBC Sport asks: what happened to him?
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