George Robert Earthy (born 5 September 2004) is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for EFL Championship club Bristol City on loan from Premier League club West Ham United.
Club career
Earthy joined West Ham United at under-6 level, later signing his first professional contract with the club at the age of 17 in June 2022. Earthy was part of the West Ham under-18 side that won an FA Youth Cup and U18 Premier League South double during the 2022–23 season. On 14 March 2024, Earthy made his first team debut for West Ham, coming on as a late substitute in a 5–0 win against Freiburg in the UEFA Europa League round of 16.
On 14 April 2024, Earthy later made his Premier League debut in a game against Fulham coming on as an 82nd minute substitute for Michail Antonio. After only a few minutes he was in a collision with team-mate Edson Álvarez. He lost consciousness after his head hit the ground resulting in lengthy medical assistance including receiving oxygen, before being stretchered off to be substituted by Maxwel Cornet as West Ham lost 2–0. A statement from West Ham, the following day, said Earthy had been discharged from hospital and had returned home. On 11 May 2024, Earthy made his return to the West Ham side, scoring with his first touch, 67 seconds after his introduction as a substitute, in West Ham's 3–1 win against Luton Town. Following the game, Earthy was presented with the West Ham's Mark Noble Young Hammer of the Year award.
International career
Earthy has represented England at under-15 and under-16 level.
On 7 June 2024, Earthy made his England U20 debut during a 2–1 win over Sweden at Stadion ŠRC Sesvete.
On August 14, 2024 he joined English Football League Championship club Bristol City on a season long loan.
Season Stats
4 appearances in the current 2024-2025 Season
English FA Youth Cup 2022-2023 West Ham |