Roy Keane

Legend CDM, also CM, CB Right-footed anchorleader

Rating

Caps

Goals

Life

1971

Clubs

Cobh Ramblers, Nottingham Forest, Manchester United

Honours

Hall of Fame · Hall of Fame 2021

Editorial rank of 33 for Ireland

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

The fiery heart of Manchester United for years, his combative style and inspirational leadership powered them to countless trophies, including the 1999 treble. Career record: 67 caps and 9 goals for Ireland; club career at Cobh Ramblers, Nottingham Forest, Manchester United; honours include Hall of Fame, Hall of Fame 2021.

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Around Keane in the almanac

One rank below: Liam Brady at #2.

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