Martin James Cranie was born on 26 September 1986 and is an English professional footballer who is currently a free agent.
28 Facts About Martin Cranie
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Martin Cranie began his career with the Southampton youth academy before moving to local rivals Portsmouth and later to Coventry City after several loan spells, then followed by three years at Barnsley.
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In October 2004, Martin Cranie spent time on loan to AFC Bournemouth.
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Martin Cranie made three appearances for the club, and although they were keen to extend his loan spell, their request was rejected.
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Martin Cranie was a member of Southampton's youth team that reached the final of the FA Youth Cup in 2005, losing on aggregate to Ipswich Town.
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Martin Cranie stayed with the club for several weeks before returning to his parent club on 30 March 2007.
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Martin Cranie signed with Portsmouth on 26 June 2007, rejoining his former manager Harry Redknapp.
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In September 2008, Martin Cranie joined Championship side Charlton Athletic on loan until the end of the year.
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On 13 August 2009, Martin Cranie transferred to Coventry City, signing a three-year contract with the Championship club.
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Martin Cranie later regained his first team place making forty league appearances for the club in his first season.
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Martin Cranie sustained a hamstring strain during a match against Hull City.
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On 12 July 2012, Martin Cranie joined Leeds United on a trial basis and started training with the team during the pre- season.
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Martin Cranie was awarded the club's Players' Player of the Year award in April 2013.
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However, Martin Cranie was sidelined with a knee injury and was out for some time.
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Between 28 September 2013, and 11 March 2014, Martin Cranie captained the club for half of the season until he suffered a hamstring tear during a match against Leicester City, requiring several weeks recovery.
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Martin Cranie was awarded the club's Players' Player of the Year for the second time by his teammates.
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The club's attempt was unsuccessful and Martin Cranie was featured on the first team throughout the season, and remained the club's captain.
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Martin Cranie's return was short-lived when he suffered a hip injury and was replaced at half-time during a match against Fleetwood Town on 7 February 2015.
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On 22 July 2015, Martin Cranie signed with Huddersfield Town on a one-year contract, following a successful trial with the club.
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On 31 January 2018, Martin Cranie signed for Championship side Middlesbrough, for an undisclosed fee.
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Martin Cranie was brought in as a potential replacement for fellow full-back Cyrus Christie, who had left the club on the same day to join Fulham.
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On 1 September 2018, Martin Cranie signed for Championship side Sheffield United on a short-term deal.
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Martin Cranie signed for newly promoted Championship club Luton Town on 28 June 2019 on a free transfer.
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Martin Cranie was called up to the U-20s for the 2003 FIFA World Youth Championship alongside James Milner, Andrew Taylor and Steven Taylor as the youngest players on the squad.
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Martin Cranie made only one appearance as England crashed out after finishing at the bottom of their group.
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On 16 August 2007 Martin Cranie was called up for the England Under-21 squad and made his debut against Romania.
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Martin Cranie hoped his move to Coventry City would see him earn a call-up from the national senior team.
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In October 2014, Martin Cranie became a father when his partner gave birth to their first child.