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Joseph Denis Irwin (born 31 October 1965) is an Irish former professional footballer and sports television presenter. Irwin is the joint most successful Irish footballer in history, a record he shares with Ronnie Whelan and fellow Manchester United stalwart Roy Keane, having won 19 trophies in his career. As a player, he played as a full back from 1983 to 2004. Irwin is best known for his long and successful stint at Manchester United, where he established himself as one of the most important players in a team that won a host of domestic and European trophies from 1990 to 2002, including seven Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League. He has been regarded by Alex Ferguson as, pound for pound, his greatest ever signing. Earlier in his career he played for Leeds United and then Oldham Athletic, and finished his career with a two-year spell at Wolverhampton Wanderers, the club he supported as a child. Irwin was capped by the Republic of Ireland national side 56 times, scoring four goals and featuring in the side that reached the second round (last 16) at the 1994 FIFA World Cup.

Quick facts about Denis Irwin

  • Full name: Denis Irwin
  • Born: 1965-10-31
  • Nationality: Ireland
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q317807

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Who is Denis Irwin?

Joseph Denis Irwin (born 31 October 1965) is an Irish former professional footballer and sports television presenter.

What nationality is Denis Irwin?

Denis Irwin is Ireland.

When was Denis Irwin born?

Denis Irwin was born on 1965-10-31.

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