Tony McCarthy

Anthony Paul "Tony" McCarthy (born 9 November 1969) is an Irish retired footballer who is currently the physiotherapist at Shamrock Rovers .

Tony McCarthy
Personal information
Full name Anthony Paul McCarthy
Date of birth (1969-11-09) 9 November 1969
Place of birth Dublin, Ireland
Position(s) Defender
Club information
Current team
Shamrock Rovers (physiotherapist)
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1988–1990 UCD 20 (2)
1990–1991 Derry City 30 (1)
1991–1992 Shelbourne 32 (1)
1992–1995 Millwall 24 (1)
1994Crewe Alexandra (loan) 2 (0)
1995–1997 Colchester United 86 (1)
1997–2004 Shelbourne 192 (7)
National team
1990–1991 Republic of Ireland U21 5 (0)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only

Tony started his League of Ireland career with University College Dublin in 1988. During his last season at Belfield Park he was capped by the Republic of Ireland U21 in April 1990 at Oriel Park.

After two seasons, he transferred to Derry City where he gained two further U21 caps. After just one season at the Brandywell he signed for Shelbourne. His one season at Tolka Park was a huge success as Shels won the League of Ireland , Tony was named PFAI Young Player of the Year.[1] and a further two U21 caps came his way.

After five years in England he returned to Shels where he went on to win further major honors. During this time he conceded two penalties against Rangers in the UEFA Cup in 1998 .

Honours

References

  1. "Ireland Player of the Year and Other Awards". Rsssf.com. 5 October 2010. Retrieved 5 October 2010.
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