Edward Paul Sheringham MBE, a renowned English football manager and former professional player, was born on April 2, 1966. Throughout his illustrious 24-year career, he predominantly played as a forward, often taking on the role of a second striker.
A notable highlight of his playing days was his involvement with the Manchester United team that achieved an unprecedented treble in the 1998-1999 season, comprising the Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League titles.
In the 1999 UEFA Champions League final against Bayern Munich, Sheringham played a pivotal role in securing the win for Manchester United. He scored the equalizing goal, followed by providing the assist for the club's winning goal, both of which occurred in the dying minutes of the second half.