Chris Shields
Linfield FC/M/
IrelandPlayer Info
Chris Shields is an Irish midfield linchpin currently anchoring the side for Linfield FC in the Northern Irish Premiership. Born on December 27, 1990, the 35-year-old stands 188cm tall and is the definitive defensive midfielder, combining physical presence with exceptional reading of the game. His career took off in the League of Ireland with Dundalk, where he became a legend, winning multiple league titles and domestic cups while making significant UEFA Champions League qualifying appearances. His move to Linfield saw him bring that winning mentality north, immediately becoming a key figure in their midfield. His honors list is extensive, including numerous League of Ireland Premier Division titles and FAI Cups. Shields is the ultimate professional: a leader, a ball-winner, and a simple yet effective distributor who sets the tone for his team. He remains one of the most influential and decorated midfielders in Irish football.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2021/06/30
Dundalk
Linfield FCTransfer
2011/12/31
Bray WanderersDundalkSigned
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Linfield FC
UEFA UCL2025-2026
Matches
Games Played
1
Games Started
1
Minutes Per Game
90
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
1
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
1
Accurate Passes Per Game
0
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
0
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
0
Interceptions Per Game
0
Clearances Per Game
0
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
0
Be Fouled Per Game
0