How many caps did Shane Long win for Republic of Ireland?

Shane Long won 88 caps for Republic of Ireland, scoring 17 goals.

Which clubs did Shane Long play for?

Cork City (2005–2005), Reading (2005–2011), West Bromwich Albion (2011–2014), Hull City A.F.C. (2014–2014), Southampton (2014–2022), AFC Bournemouth (2021–2021), Reading (2022–2023).

Where does Shane Long rank among Ireland's greatest footballers?

The 33 Legends almanac ranks Shane Long #33 of Ireland's 33 greatest players of all time.

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Shane Long

ST finisher

Caps · Republic of Ireland

Goals · Republic of Ireland

Life

1987

Clubs

Reading, West Bromwich Albion, Southampton

#33

Editorial rank of 33 for Ireland

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

A tireless forward with blistering pace, Long's incredible work rate and knack for crucial goals made him a handful for defenders throughout his Premier League career. Career record: 88 caps and 17 goals for Republic of Ireland; club career at Reading, West Bromwich Albion, Southampton.

Career sources

Career dates · checked 4 October 2026
Identity and career · Wikidata Q297964

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Career record

2005–2005	Cork City
2005–2011	Reading
2011–2014	West Bromwich Albion
2014–2014	Hull City A.F.C.
2014–2022	Southampton
2021–2021	AFC Bournemouth
2022–2023	Reading
Republic of Ireland	88 caps, 17 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

Shared the era

Ireland legends whose careers overlapped Long's

The world's great STs

Around Long in the almanac

One rank above: Mick McCarthy at #32.

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

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