Mark Kennedy

Irish footballer and club player

Mark Kennedy - Irish footballer and club player
Born

May 15th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ireland

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A professional footballer played primarily as a winger or full-back. Began his career at Millwall, making his debut in 1992. Joined clubs like Liverpool, where he won the FA Cup in 1992, and Manchester City. Had a successful period at Wolverhampton Wanderers, contributing to their promotion to the Premier League. Represented the Republic of Ireland at the international level from 1996 to 2005, earning 34 caps and participating in the UEFA European Championship.

Winning the FA Cup with Liverpool

Promotion to the Premier League with Wolverhampton

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