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Paul McShane
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Paul McShane
Personal information
Full name Paul David McShane
Date of birth (1986-01-06) 6 January 1986 (age 39)
Place of birth Kilpedder, Republic of Ireland
Height 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in)
Position(s) Defender
Team information
Current team
Hull City
Number 6
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2004-2006
2004-2005
2005-2006
2006-2007
2007-2009
2008
2009-
Manchester United
Walsall (loan)
Brighton & Hove Albion (loan)
West Bromwich Albion
Sunderland
Hull City (loan)
Hull City
International career
2006- Republic of Ireland
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Paul McShane was born on 6 January 1986. He is an Irish football player. Paul plays as a defender. He has played for several clubs, including Manchester United and Sunderland. Currently, he plays for Hull City. Paul also represents his country, playing for the Republic of Ireland national team.

Paul McShane's Football Journey

Paul McShane started his professional football journey at a very famous club, Manchester United. He joined them in 2004. While at Manchester United, he gained experience by going on loan to other teams.

Playing for Different Clubs

  • In the 2004-2005 season, Paul played for Walsall on loan. He scored one goal for them.
  • The next season, 2005-2006, he went on loan to Brighton & Hove Albion. He played many games there, showing his skills as a defender. He even scored four goals for Brighton.
  • After his time at Manchester United, Paul moved to West Bromwich Albion in 2006. He continued to play well and scored two goals for them.
  • In 2007, he joined Sunderland. He played in the Premier League with Sunderland.
  • Later, in 2008, Paul had a loan spell at Hull City. He then joined Hull City permanently in 2009. He has been an important part of their team, playing in the Premier League.

Playing for Ireland

Paul McShane has also proudly represented his country, the Republic of Ireland. He started playing for the national team in 2006. He has played in many international matches, helping his team in various competitions. Playing for your country is a huge honor for any footballer.

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