Who Is Shaun Goater? Age, Biography and Wiki
Shaun Goater, born on February 25, 1970, is a renowned Bermudian footballer known for his significant contributions to the sport. As of 2025, Goater is 55 years old. He enjoyed a prolific career as a striker, most notably with Manchester City and the Bermuda national team. After retiring from professional football, Goater transitioned to coaching and commentary, making a lasting impact in the football community.
| Occupation | Footballer |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | February 25, 1970 |
| Age | 55 Years |
| Birth Place | Hamilton, Bermuda |
| Horoscope | Pisces |
| Country | Bermuda |
Popularity
Shaun Goater's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Shaun Goater stands at an impressive height of 6 feet (183 cm). While his weight has fluctuated throughout his sports career, in recent years, it is reported to be around 170 lbs (77 kg). His athletic build and physical fitness have played a crucial role in his ability to perform on the pitch.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Shaun Goater is happily married to his longtime partner, whose identity he prefers to keep private. The couple shares a close-knit family bond and often participates in charitable events together. Goater has not publicly disclosed any previous relationships, suggesting a focus on his current family dynamic.
His introduction to English football came in April 1987 when he was invited to join the Saltus Grammar School football and basketball tour. He spent two weeks playing against various English high school teams, including the Leicester City youth team.
At the age of 17, he left home to further his education in the United States, where he had a soccer scholarship at Columbia High School, New Jersey. Whilst home in Bermuda during his Thanksgiving break, Goater was spotted by scouts from Manchester United, who invited him to England for a trial.
With encouragement from his mother, who was a former football player herself, Goater accepted, forfeiting his scholarship by doing so. At this time, Goater did not play as a striker, but instead played as a creative midfielder.
Net Worth and Salary
Shaun Goater's estimated net worth in 2025 is around $5 million. This impressive figure is attributed to his successful football career, coaching roles, and various endorsement deals. His salary during his playing days reached substantial numbers, and post-retirement earnings through sports commentary have further solidified his financial standing.
Career, Business and Investments
Goater began his professional career in the early 1990s, gaining fame in the English leagues and representing Bermuda internationally. After a successful playing career, he took on roles in coaching and mentoring young talents in football. He is also involved in several business ventures, including coaching academies that focus on developing the next generation of athletes.
In the 1995–96 close season, Goater received offers from Spanish club Osasuna and newly formed South Koreans Suwon Samsung Bluewings, but having recently married, he decided to stay in England. Shortly after, he moved to Bristol City for a fee of £175,000. Goater's Bristol City debut came against Gillingham.
Goater scored, but Bristol City lost 3–2. City finished the season in fifth, qualifying for the playoffs, but lost to Brentford. The following season Bristol City were pushing for promotion into the First Division, and Goater scored regularly, eventually being named in the PFA Team of the Year for the division.
In a little under two years with Bristol City, he scored 45 goals in 81 appearances. On 26 March 1998, transfer deadline day, Goater signed for Manchester City, who paid Bristol City £400,000 for his services.
Social Network
Shaun Goater maintains an active presence on social media platforms, where he engages with fans and shares insights about football, fitness, and his personal life. His social media handles boast thousands of followers, making him a well-recognized figure in the sports community.
When playing for Bermuda, Goater was often the only professional player in the team. Bermudian journalist Chris Gibbons described the difference between Goater and his teammates: "He's a class above every other player on the island.
Before he went to England he was just quick, but now he's a totally different player, a lot more aggressive and a much better header of the ball.
The problem has been that he sets up chances for the others without them being on the same wavelength." However, Goater noted that this had a detrimental aspect: "My fitness dropped off while I was with Bermuda. It was like being on holiday. The team just ate what they liked.
I kept to my professional diet for about two or three weeks until peer pressure took over."
Education
While specific details of his education are less publicized, it is known that Shaun Goater pursued various football training programs to enhance his skills and coaching abilities. His passion for football education is evident in his dedication to mentoring young players, emphasizing the importance of both athletic and academic development.
Goater's trial resulted in the offer of a professional contract, but he did not break into the first team. In 1989, Goater signed for Rotherham United in order to play first team football. At this time, Goater suffered homesickness, finding it difficult to adapt to the English climate: "It took me a good two years to get used to life in England.
At first I thought the sun never shone and it wasn't for me." However, he gradually got used to living in England, and over the course of seven seasons at Rotherham he gained a reputation as a reliable lower division striker, scoring 86 goals in 262 appearances, with a winner's medal for the 1996 Football League Trophy the highlight.
A 1992 League Cup tie against Everton gave Goater his first experience of playing against a Premier League team. In the first leg, Goater scored the only goal of the game as Rotherham won 1–0. However, Everton won the return leg 3–0 and Rotherham were eliminated.
In 1993, Goater also had a brief loan spell at Notts County, though he made only one appearance for the Nottingham club due to a work permit problem. Towards the end of the 1995–96 season, Goater had a disagreement with Rotherham manager Archie Gemmill, and decided his future lay elsewhere.
