SWOS 2016/2017
SWOS 2016/2017

SEAMUS COLEMAN
SEAMUS COLEMAN
Rep.Ireland flag
Number
#2
Nationality
Rep.Ireland
Team
REPUBLIC IRELAND (World Cup 94)
Coach
MARTIN O'NEILL
Position
RB (Right Back)
Passing (P) Shooting (V) Heading (H) Tackling (T) Control (C) Speed (S) Finishing (F) Total Bargain Value
3 1 2 3 3 3 1 16 0.5 £3M

Name: Séamus Coleman

Nationality: Republic of Ireland

Full name: Séamus Coleman

Date of birth: 11 October 1988

Place of birth: Killybegs, County Donegal, Republic of Ireland

Position: Right-back (also has played as right wing / wing-back)

Current club: Everton FC (as of 2024)

Club career (high level):

  • Sligo Rovers — Began professional career; made breakthrough at Sligo, winning domestic honours including the League of Ireland.
  • Everton — Transferred to Everton in 2009; established himself as first-choice right-back, later captain. Notable for consistency, attacking runs and long-range goals. Key seasons include strong performances across the 2010s and 2020s, recovery from a serious leg fracture in 2017, and leadership role at the club.

International career:

  • Debuted for the Republic of Ireland senior team in 2011.
  • Over 60 caps (surpassed 60; exact number varies by date) and multiple international goals.
  • Participated in UEFA Euro 2016; integral member of the national team under several managers, often captaining the side when selected.

Style of play: Energetic, attacking full-back known for stamina, overlapping runs, delivery from wide areas and long-range shooting. Strong defensively and influential as a leader on and off the pitch.

Honours & recognition (selected):

  • League of Ireland titles and cups with Sligo Rovers (domestic honours)
  • Everton Player of the Season recognitions and club captaincy
  • International recognition as one of Ireland’s leading defenders during his playing era

Notes: Stats (caps, goals, club appearances) change over time; for the most current numbers consult an up-to-date sports database or Everton / Football Association of Ireland sources.