Quick Info
| Profession | Professional footballer |
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| Nationality | Irish |
| Date of Birth | 22/04/1989 |
| Age | 37 years |
| Birthplace | Derry (Londonderry), Northern Ireland |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Latest News about James McClean
19/10/2026
McClean faced criticism after telling a newspaper that he viewed seeking psychological therapy as a sign of weakness. The men's mental health charity Men's Action Network offered to meet him to discuss his comments.
06/10/2026
Derry City midfielder James McClean publicly criticised the club, which he said had attempted to terminate his contract, calling the move incomprehensible. In a statement released through PFA Ireland, he also apologised for earlier outbursts and said he would decide when he retires.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | James Joseph McClean is an Irish professional footballer who plays as a winger for Derry City in the League of Ireland Premier Division. He is a former Republic of Ireland international. |
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| Early Life | Born and raised in Derry, Northern Ireland, he played youth football with Trojans and Institute before joining his hometown club Derry City. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.80 m |
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| Weight | 69.84 kg |
| Preferred Foot | Left |
| Shirt Number | 16 |
Career
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| Honours | League One winner with Wigan Athletic (2021/22) |
Style Quotient
| Playing Style | Winger, with experience as a left-back and in midfield positions |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born and raised in Derry and chose to play for the Republic of Ireland rather than accept a senior call-up from Northern Ireland. | |
| 2. He won his only major domestic trophy with Wigan Athletic in the 2021/22 League One season. |
