Leighton Baines, English footballer
Leighton John Baines (born 11 December 1984) is an English former professional footballer who played as a left back. He is currently Professional Development Coach at Everton.
Baines started his career with Wigan Athletic, and was part of the team that won the Second Division in the 2002–03 season and was a runner-up in the 2004–05 Championship and the 2006 League Cup Final. He joined Everton in 2007, helping them reach the 2009 FA Cup Final. He played for England at under-21 and senior levels. Baines was included in the England squads at UEFA Euro 2012 and the 2014 FIFA World Cup. He announced his retirement from football on 26 July 2020, going on to integrate into coaching. Baines currently occupies a dual role at Everton, serving as the interim assistant manager of Everton U18s and as a Professional Development Coach for the Everton Academy.