Daniel David Bent (born 10 January 1996) is a professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Lincoln Red Imps. Born in England, he represents the Gibraltar national football team at international level.
Club career
Early career
Dan Bent began his career at Corinthian and made his senior breakthrough at the age of 16, during the 2012–13 season. During his time at Corinthian, he had a trial at Dagenham & Redbridge.[1] He left Corinthian at the end of the season after being offered a scholarship by Gillingham,[2] staying with the Kent side for 2 years before leaving to play college soccer in the United States. During his time in America, he also spent time with Columbus Crew U23, as well as PDL sides Dayton Dutch Lions and SC United Bantams.[3][4]
College career
In 2015 he moved to the United States to play college soccer with Reinhardt Eagles, but after one season moved to Wright State Raiders, where he spent 3 years, winning the Horizon League twice in that time.[5]
Move to Gibraltar
In 2019, after completing his studies in the US, Bent relocated to Gibraltar to join ambitious Bruno's Magpies in the newly formed Gibraltar National League. He spent 4 years at the club during which time he won the GFA Challenge Trophy and the 2022–23 Rock Cup. On 9 August 2023, he moved to Manchester 62.[6] However, the club's perilous financial situation caused him to leave after half a season, and he joined Lincoln Red Imps on 8 January 2024.[7] In his first half season, he helped secure a league and cup double.
International career
Born and raised in England, Bent naturalised for Gibraltar in 2024 and received his first call-up in August that year. He made his international debut on 4 September, starting the match vs Andorra at Europa Sports Park and scoring on his debut.[8]
Career statistics
International
- As of match played 25 March 2025.
| National team | Year | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gibraltar | |||
| 2024 | 5 | 1 | |
| 2025 | 2 | 1 | |
| Total | 7 | 2 | |
International goals
| No. | Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 September 2024 | Europa Point Stadium, Europa Point, Gibraltar |  Andorra |
1–0 | 1–0 | Friendly |
| 2 | 22 March 2025 | Gradski stadion, Nikšić, Montenegro |  Montenegro |
1–0 | 1–3 | 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification |
Honours
- Horizon League: 2016, 2018
References
- ^ Corinthian defender Dan Bent earns trial at Dagenham & Redbridge Kentish Football. 25 January 2013. Retrieved 28 August 2024.
- ^ Goalkeeper searches for new recruits for Academy that gave Corinthian defender Dan Bent his chance Kentish Football. 25 May 2013. Retrieved 28 August 2024.
- ^ Dayton Dutch Lions - 2016 Regular Season - Roster - Dan Bent USL League Two. Retrieved 28 August 2024.
- ^ South Carolina United FC - 2018 Regular Season - Roster - Daniel Bent USL League Two. Retrieved 28 August 2024.
- ^ Dan Bent - Men's Soccer Wright State University Athletics. Retrieved 28 August 2024.
- ^ Major Signing Announcement Manchester 62 FC. 9 August 2023. Retrieved 28 August 2024.
- ^ Bent and Tarik added to the Lincoln family Lincoln Red Imps FC. 8 January 2024. Retrieved 28 August 2024.
- ^ Match Report: Gibraltar vs Andorra UEFA.com. 4 September 2024. Retrieved 4 September 2024.
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