13 Facts About Danny Houghton

Danny Houghton was born on 25 September 1988 and is a former English rugby league footballer who played as a hooker for Hull FC in the Super League.

Danny Houghton quickly established himself as Hull's starting hooker, and was handed the vice-captaincy of the team.

Danny Houghton had his most successful season to date in 2016.

Danny Houghton won the Super League Hit Man award for most tackles in a season with 1289 tackles, an award that he had previously won on three occasions, and was included in the 2016 Super League Dream Team.

In January 2018, Danny Houghton was appointed as the Hull FC captain.

Danny Houghton played 14 games for Hull FC in the 2020 Super League season including the club's semi-final defeat against Wigan as they got to within one game of the grand final.

Danny Houghton made 85 tackles against Warrington Wolves, surpassing the previous record held by Elijah Taylor, who made 77 tackles for Wests Tigers in a match against North Queensland Cowboys in 2015.

Danny Houghton played 22 games for Hull FC for in the Super League XXVIII season as the club finished 10th on the table.

On 30 August 2024, Danny Houghton announced that he would be retiring from rugby league at the end of the 2024 Super League season.

Danny Houghton represented the England Knights, making his debut against France in 2011.

Danny Houghton was selected as the Knights' captain for the 2012 European Cup tournament.

Danny Houghton is eligible to represent Scotland, but turned down the opportunity to play for them, as he hoped to be selected for England.

Danny Houghton was called up by England for the first time in 2017 for a training camp as part of the team's preparations for the upcoming World Cup, but is still uncapped.