Richard Duffy
Welsh footballer and defender
Born
August 30th, 1985
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Wales
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A professional footballer played primarily as a defender. Duffy began his career with Swansea City, making his first team debut in 2003. Throughout his career, he played for several clubs in the Football League and the Welsh Premier League, including Newport County, Mansfield Town, and Wrexham. He had stints at various clubs on loan, showcasing versatility and adaptability in different roles. Duffy also represented Wales at the U21 level, contributing to the national team's development during that period.
Debuted for Swansea City in 2003
Played in the Welsh Premier League
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