Roy Keane

Date of Birth: August 10, 1971

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

Roy Maurice Keane is a retired Irish professional footballer and manager, known for his aggressive playing style, leadership qualities, and formidable presence on the field. Born in Cork, Ireland, Keane began his football career with Cobh Ramblers before moving to Nottingham Forest in 1990. His performances caught the eye of Manchester United, where he transferred in 1993 for a then British record fee of £3.75 million. During his 12-year tenure at Manchester United, Keane became one of the most influential players in the club’s history, captaining the team to numerous successes including seven Premier League titles, four FA Cups, and the UEFA Champions League in 1999. His leadership on and off the pitch was integral to United’s dominance in English football during the 1990s and early 2000s. Keane also had a decorated international career, earning 67 caps for the Republic of Ireland. However, his international career was marred by a high-profile fallout with national team manager Mick McCarthy, leading to his departure from the 2002 FIFA World Cup squad. After retiring from playing, Keane transitioned into management, with roles at Sunderland, Ipswich Town, and as an assistant manager for the Republic of Ireland national team and Aston Villa. Known for his candid and often controversial opinions, Keane has also enjoyed a successful career as a football pundit.

5 Interesting Facts about Roy Keane

1. Roy Keane was named FWA Footballer of the Year and PFA Players’ Player of the Year in 2000.

2. He published an autobiography in 2002, which became infamous for its honesty and controversial revelations.

3. Keane’s feud with Patrick Vieira, Arsenal’s captain, is one of the most famous rivalries in Premier League history.

4. He was sent off 11 times in his Premier League career, making him one of the players with the most red cards in the league.

5. Keane is also a black belt in karate, a discipline he took up to help with his football fitness.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Roy Keane

1. “Fail to prepare, prepare to fail.”

2. “I don’t believe skill was, or ever will be, the result of coaches. It is a result of a love affair between the child and the ball.”

3. “You get a lot of plaudits if you earn a lot of money; I don’t see that as a success. If you earn a lot of money, you deserve it if you work hard, but it doesn’t mean you’re a good person.”

4. “I saw it as my duty to keep pushing the standards, to keep demanding more from everyone around me.”

5. “There’s nothing wrong with being aggressive. You need to be aggressive in this game.”