Simon Richard Cox (born 28 April 1987) is a professional footballer who plays as a striker for Southend United and the Republic of Ireland national team.
With the Republic of Ireland, he participated at UEFA Euro 2012.
Cox began his career at Reading.
He has also played for Brentford, Northampton Town, Swindon Town, West Bromwich Albion, and Bristol City.
He then returned to Reading for two seasons before his transfer to Southend United on a two-year deal in July 2016.