Daniel Bowles
Daniel Bowles | |
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| Born | October 19, 1991 Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia |
| Occupation | Former professional soccer player |
| Years active | 2006–2020 |
| Known for | Playing in the A-League for Brisbane Roar, Gold Coast United, and Adelaide United |
Daniel Bowles (born 19 October 1991) is a former Australian professional soccer athlete who played in the A-League.
Early career
Bowles started his youth football journey in Toowoomba, representing St Albans Football Club and South Toowoomba Hawks. He made his senior debut at the age of 15 with the Toowoomba Raiders competing in the Brisbane Premier League.
Brisbane Roar
In 2008, Bowles joined Brisbane Roar's squad for their first National Youth League campaign, where the team secured third place. He established himself as a vital defensive player during a difficult season for the club. On 7 February 2011, following Luke DeVere's exit, Bowles was elevated to the senior team and signed a one-year contract for that season.
Gold Coast United
Bowles made his A-League debut for Gold Coast United on 16 December 2011. He netted his inaugural senior goal on 9 March 2012 in a match against Newcastle Jets.
Adelaide United
On 22 March 2012, Bowles agreed to a two-year deal with Adelaide United in the A-League, with contract terms undisclosed. He was released by the club on 2 May 2014, along with teammate Jake Barker-Daish.
Return to Brisbane Roar
After departing Adelaide United, Bowles rejoined Brisbane Roar on 8 July 2014. He made his return debut in a commanding 4–0 victory over Newcastle Jets at Hunter Stadium. During that season, he received his first red card in a fixture against Adelaide United but was later included in the Round 25 Team of the Week. Bowles also participated in three AFC Champions League matches, helping keep a clean sheet against Beijing Guoan.
In January 2017, he sustained a significant knee injury that ruled him out for the rest of the season. He made his comeback at the beginning of the subsequent season.
In August 2020, Bowles announced his retirement from professional football to dedicate time to his cafe enterprise.
Honours
Australia U-20
- AFC U-20 Asian Cup: runner-up 2010
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- Living people
- Australian men's soccer players
- Brisbane Roar FC players
- Gold Coast United FC players
- Adelaide United FC players
- A-League Men players
- Men's association football defenders
- Australian Institute of Sport soccer players
- Sportspeople from Toowoomba
- Soccer players from Queensland
- 21st-century Australian sportsmen