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Roy Keane
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Roy Keane is an Irish former footballer, known for his midfield performances for Nottingham Forest, Manchester United and the Republic of Ireland. After playing for Cobh Ramblers, he joined Brian Clough’s Forest in 1990. Manchester United signed him in 1993, and he became club captain in 1997.
Keane combined defensive work with forceful passing and leadership in the centre of midfield. Across twelve years at United he won seven Premier League titles and contributed to the club’s 1999 treble-winning season. His career spans the transition from the old First Division to the international prominence of the Premier League.
Reviewed 2026-09-07Selected sources
- Premier League — Roy Keane, Hall of FameUnited career, captaincy and league titles.
- National Football Museum — Roy KeaneCobh Ramblers, Forest, playing qualities and 1999 treble.