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Shane Long
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Ireland

Shane Long

Stalwart ST, also SS Right-footed finisher
Rating
81
Caps
88
Goals
17
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 Ireland; club career at Reading, West Bromwich Albion, Southampton.

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Career record

2005–2005Cork City
2005–2011Reading
2011–2014West Bromwich Albion
2014–2014Hull City A.F.C.
2014–2022Southampton
2021–2021AFC Bournemouth
2022–2023Reading
Ireland88 caps, 17 goals

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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.