Paddy Barrett
Shelbourne/D/
IrelandPlayer Info
Paddy Barrett is a commanding Irish centre-back who brings leadership and defensive steel to Shelbourne in the League of Ireland Premier Division. The 32-year-old defender is a pillar at the heart of the backline. Barrett began his career in England with Wigan Athletic's academy before returning to Ireland to establish himself. He quickly became a key figure for Dundalk, where he enjoyed tremendous success, winning multiple League of Ireland titles and FAI Cups. His aerial dominance, tough tackling, and ability to score crucial goals from set-pieces made him a fan favorite and a league standout. After a spell abroad, he returned to Ireland with Shelbourne, immediately bolstering their defense with his experience and winning mentality. His honors list is impressive, featuring several domestic doubles. Barrett is known for his vocal presence on the pitch and his commitment, often playing through injury. He remains one of the most respected defenders in Irish football.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2022/12/31
St. Patricks Athletic
ShelbourneSigned
2021/02/22
Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FCSt. Patricks AthleticSigned
2021/01/14
Indy ElevenPreah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FCSigned
2018/12/04
FC CincinnatiIndy ElevenSigned
2017/12/31
DundalkFC CincinnatiSigned
2017/12/30
Waterford UnitedDundalkLoan Ended
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Shelbourne
UEFA UCL2025-2026
Matches
Games Played
3
Games Started
3
Minutes Per Game
255
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
0
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