Adam Henley: 2011/2012 Biography & Statistics

Career

A speedy full back who can play either on the right or the left, Henley quickly progressed from the Blackburn Rovers academy to become a regular member of the reserve squad. Henley made his first appearance for the senior squad in their pre-season match against Accrington Stanley, and was part of the first team squad that traveled to Hong Kong to play in the 2011 Barclays Asia Trophy.

He made his senior debut in the Premier League as a second half substitute against Wigan Athletic at the DW Stadium in November 2011, replacing M'chel Salgado at half-time. On 26 December 2011, Henley earned his first start and played the full 90 minutes against Liverpool at Anfield, which finished in a 1-1 draw. On 29 December 2011, he signed a new two-and-a-half-year deal, his first professional contract at Blackburn Rovers. He was involved in one of the most remarkable results of the 2011/12 season on 31 December 2011, playing the full 90 minutes at left back in a 3-2 victory for Blackburn at Old Trafford. Henley helped set up the corner that Blackburn got their winner off as they beat Manchester United for the first time since 2005 at Old Trafford.

International Career

Henley qualifies for Wales as his mother was born in North Wales. He has represented the Wales national under-19 football team and made his debut for the under 21 team in the match versus Andorra on 29 February 2012. He is also eligible to play for the United States, as he was born in Knoxville, Tennessee and his father was born and raised in the United States, but has not yet appeared in any youth or senior matches.