Barry Molloy (born 28 November 1983, in Derry) is a retired Irish footballer who played for Drogheda United, Derry City, Crusaders[1] and Finn Harps.[2] He began his career as a youth player at Derby County.
 Barry Molloy (centre) | |||
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 28 November 1983 | ||
| Place of birth | Derry, Northern Ireland | ||
| Height | 5 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1.74 m) | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 2004 | Derby County | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2004 | Drogheda United | ||
| 2004–2015 | Derry City | ||
| 2015–2016 | Crusaders | ||
| 2016–2017 | Finn Harps | ||
| Total | 220 | (3) | |
| International career | |||
| 2001 | Republic of Ireland U21 | 3 | (0) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
He spent the majority of his career playing with his hometown club Derry City, with whom he served as captain. He is generally considered to be a club legend by the Brandywell fan base.[3]
Molloy was a member of successful Derry squads which won two FAI Cups in 2006 and 2012, and five League of Ireland Cups in 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2011. He also played a key role in helping Derry return to the Irish top flight after winning the 2010 League of Ireland First Division.
References
edit- ^ mason, david. "Stephen Baxter is thrilled as Crusaders wrap up Barry Molloy deal". Belfast Telegraph. Retrieved 16 December 2014.
- ^ Corcoran, Paul. "Barry Molloy comes out of retirement to re-sign for Finn Harps". extratime.ie. Retrieved 20 February 2017.
- ^ "Derry City legend Barry Molloy calls it a day". derrynow.com. River Media. Retrieved 17 January 2016.
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