Shane Duffy
- Full name: Shane Patrick Duffy
- Date of birth: 1 January 1992
- Place of birth: Derry, Northern Ireland
- Nationality: Republic of Ireland (represents Republic of Ireland at international level)
- Position: Centre-back
- Height: Approximately 1.93 m (6 ft 4 in)
Club career (selected highlights)
- Celtic — Joined Celtic's youth system and made senior appearances for the club in the 2009–2010 period. Duffy later moved on to Everton in 2009, initially playing primarily with youth/reserve sides before going on several loan spells.
- Loan spells and later clubs — During his early career Duffy had loan spells at clubs including Burnley, Scunthorpe United and Yeovil Town. He later played for Brighton & Hove Albion (where he established himself as a Premier League defender), and had subsequent spells at Fulham (loan) and Blackburn Rovers. In 2023 he signed for Celtic again on loan from Everton? (Note: verify specific transfer timeline for latest season as moves can change).
International career
- Eligible for both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, Duffy chose to represent the Republic of Ireland at senior level.
- He has been capped many times for the Republic of Ireland and has scored for the national team, including notable goals during European Championship qualifying campaigns.
Playing style and attributes
- A tall, physical centre-back strong in aerial duels and set-pieces.
- Often a threat from corners and free-kicks at the attacking end as well as solid defensively.
Note: Club transfers and loan moves change frequently. For the most current club affiliation and statistics (appearances, goals, current season), please consult an up-to-date source such as official club sites, national team pages, or live sports databases.