13 Facts About Manny Panther

Emmanuel Ugochukwu Ezenwa Panther was born on 11 May 1984 and is a Scottish former professional footballer who played as a midfielder.

Manny Panther signed a new one-year deal with St Johnstone in 2002.

Manny Panther then joined SPL side Partick Thistle in June 2003, and signed a new contract in May 2004 that would last until January 2005, eventually leaving the club in the summer of that year.

Manny Panther was sent out on loan to Brechin City of the Scottish Second Division in February 2005.

Manny Panther signed for Conference National team York City in August 2005 after a trial.

Manny Panther said he was enjoying "a new lease of life" after being asked to play in a more advanced role for York, saying "I'm playing in a slightly different position to what I've been used to," he explained.

Manny Panther was offered a new contract by York at the end of the season on 16 May 2007.

Manny Panther signed for Conference Premier side Grimsby Town on loan until January 2012 on 11 November 2011.

Manny Panther was released from his Aldershot contract by mutual consent on 29 March 2012.

Manny Panther signed with Conference Premier side Kidderminster Harriers on 31 August 2012.

Manny Panther represented Scotland at under-15 level in 1999 in a tournament in France, playing in games against France, the United States, Belgium and the Netherlands.

Manny Panther linked up with the under-19 squad in August 2002.

Manny Panther is the son of Nigerian boxer Cyril Panther.