Archie Brown (footballer)

Archie Brown (born 28 May 2002) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender for Gent.

Club career
As a youth player, Brown joined the youth academy of English side Derby County, helping them win their only youth top flight title. In 2021, he signed for Lausanne-Sport in Switzerland. On 28 November 2021, he debuted for Lausanne-Sport during a 3–0 loss to Servette.

On 11 August 2023, Brown signed a four-year contract with Belgian club KAA Gent. He is the fourth Englishman to ever play for the Belgian club.

International career
On 7 June 2024, Brown made his England U20 debut during a 2-1 win over Sweden at Stadion ŠRC Sesvete. In the next match, he scored his first goal at international level in a 2–2 draw with Republic of Ireland U21.

Personal life
Born and raised in England, Brown is of Jamaican descent and can also represent the country at international level.