Oliver Watkins is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for Aston Villa and the England national team, widely praised for his sharp finishing ability and relentless work ethic. He rose through the Exeter City academy, earning the EFL Young Player of the Year award, before a standout spell at Brentford saw him become the Championship's joint top-scorer and Player of the Year in 2020. Since joining Aston Villa in September 2020, he was named the Premier League Playmaker of the Season in 2024 and, in May 2025, became the club's all-time top Premier League scorer by surpassing Gabriel Agbonlahor's record of 74 goals. On the international stage, he made his England debut against San Marino in March 2021—scoring his first goal—and has since represented his country at UEFA Euro 2024 and the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Born in Torquay in 1995 and raised in Devon, this former Arsenal fan has risen from grassroots football to the top tier, recently celebrating his marriage to long-time partner Ellie Alderson in May 2025.