How many caps did Ronnie Whelan win for Republic of Ireland?

Ronnie Whelan won 53 caps for Republic of Ireland, scoring 3 goals.

Which clubs did Ronnie Whelan play for?

Home Farm (1977–1979), Liverpool (1979–1994), League of Ireland XI (1979–1979), Southend United (1994–1996).

Where does Ronnie Whelan rank among Ireland's greatest footballers?

The 33 Legends almanac ranks Ronnie Whelan #30 of Ireland's 33 greatest players of all time.

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30 / Ireland · 1981–1995

Ronnie Whelan

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Caps · Republic of Ireland

Goals · Republic of Ireland

Life

1961

Clubs

Home Farm, Liverpool, Southend United

#30

Editorial rank of 33 for Ireland

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

A stylish and effective midfielder, he was a vital part of Liverpool's glory years in the 1980s, scoring in the 1986 FA Cup Final. Career record: 53 caps and 3 goals for Republic of Ireland; club career at Home Farm, Liverpool, Southend United.

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Career dates · checked 4 October 2026
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Career record

1977–1979	Home Farm
1979–1994	Liverpool
1979–1979	League of Ireland XI
1994–1996	Southend United
Republic of Ireland	53 caps, 3 goals

Sources

Senior international years checked 4 October 2026
Caps · Republic of Ireland checked 4 October 2026
Goals · Republic of Ireland checked 4 October 2026

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Ireland legends whose careers overlapped Whelan's

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Around Whelan in the almanac

One rank above: Ray Houghton at #29.

One rank below: Tony Cascarino at #31.

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

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