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| team 1 | score | team 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Blackpool | 1 - 2 | West Ham |
| Player details | |
|---|---|
| Name | Dean Ashton |
| Age | 28 |
| Club | Unassigned Players |
| Position | Striker |
| Born | Swindon,England |
| Height | 1.85m |
| Player rating | 6.0 (what is this?) |
| From | To | Date | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Ham United | Unassigned Players | 11 Dec 2009 | Retired |
| Norwich City | West Ham United | 23 Jan 2006 | £ 7,250,000 |
| Crewe Alexandra | Norwich City | 10 Jan 2005 | £ 3,000,000 |
2nd February 2011
Former West Ham striker Dean Ashton and the FA have agreed an out-of-court settlement over his injury.
16th February 2010
Dean Ashton has confirmed financially-troubled West Ham are liable for the remainder of his contract.
12th December 2009
Dean Ashton admits there is a 'bitterness' about being forced to retire after revealing he may never be able to run again.
11th December 2009
Gianfranco Zola believes Dean Ashton could have made England's World Cup squad.
11th December 2009
PFA chief executive Gordon Taylor hopes Dean Ashton does not need to take legal action against Shaun Wright-Phillips.
11th December 2009
Skysports.com breaks down Dean Ashton's career after he was forced to call time on his career.