Denis Irwin

Denis Irwin (born October 31, 1965 in Cork, Ireland) is a former Irish football player.

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October 31 - 1965 - Cork - Ireland - Football

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For many years Irwin was Manchester United's Mr Dependable, he

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started his career with Leeds United, before moving on to Oldham. Following a bargain £625,000 move to Manchester Utd in 1990, he made 296 Premiership appearances, winning seven championship medals, as well as three FA Cup winners medals, a League Cup winners medal and Champions League and Cup Winners' Cup honours. He was comfortable in either of the full back positions and an expert from free kicks.

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Leeds United - Oldham - 1990 - Premiership - FA Cup - League Cup - Champions League - Cup Winners' Cup

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Irwin joined Wolverhampton Wanderers on a free transfer in July 2002, at the same time as his former Manchester United teammate Paul Ince, and retired from professional football at the end of the 2003-2004 season.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers - Paul Ince

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Irwin was capped 56 times for the Republic of Ireland between 1990 and 1999, and scored 4 goals. He played for his country at the 1994 World Cup.

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Republic of Ireland - 1999 - 1994 World Cup

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