STEVE STAUNTON-Current DomesticClub,AstonVilla
Sees Stans 102 appearances for the Republic of Ireland on the main page
"Stan" made his debut in 1988 against Tunisia and has soldiered long and hard in the Republic's cause over the years. No player has more passion for the Irish cause than the retiring Louthman. Lately, though, the wheel has turned through the full circle from a position where he was out of favour for club and country to a point now where he is seen as the first choice centre-back for Mick McCarthy.
His presence in japan 2002,will be a huge boost for all concerned given his 14-year international career
Born: 19/01/1969
Place of Birth: Dundalk, Republic Of Ireland
Height: 6ft 1in
Weight: 12st 12lb
Previous Clubs:Dundalk,Liverpool,Bradford City(Loan),Liverpool,
Caps: 102
Last cap v Spain, Suwon, Last 16, World Cup Finals, 16 June 2002
Goals: 8
Other current news: Stan CAPTAIN in Roy Keanes absence during Irelands 3-0 victory over Denmark, 27/03//02'. Earning 96 Caps in the Process, on course to become Irelands first member of the 100 Caps club!
Stan took the captains armband when Roy Keane was sent home from the 2002 World cup finals.
100 caps received v Germany, Ibaraki, 05/06/02, World cup Finals
Stan announces that he is retiring from International Football after 102 Caps with the Republic of Ireland, 16/06/02, after our exit from the 2002 World Cup Finals.
Link to other relevant football website(s)
Aston Villa Football Club Website
