Glenn Whelan

Stalwart CDM, also CM, CB Right-footed box-to-box

Rating

Caps

Goals

Life

1984

Clubs

Sheffield Wednesday, Stoke City, Aston Villa

#19

Editorial rank of 33 for Ireland

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A tenacious midfield enforcer, he was a key figure for Stoke City for many seasons, providing a reliable shield in front of the defence. Career record: 91 caps and 2 goals for Ireland; club career at Sheffield Wednesday, Stoke City, Aston Villa.

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One rank above: Frank Stapleton at #18.

One rank below: James McClean at #20.

Ireland's editorial top five: Roy Keane · Liam Brady · Paul McGrath · Denis Irwin · Robbie Keane.