# Wes Hoolahan

Last year

2022

# wessi

'A really special part of my life and career' - Wes Hoolahan departs Cambridge United

“He is without doubt the most talented player I have seen play for the club,” said head coach Mark Bonner.

23.9k

May 3rd 2022, 4:11 PM

# Green shoots

Ireland U21 international scores 3rd goal in 3 games, 39-year-old Wes Hoolahan on target

Joel Bagan helped Cardiff earn a draw against Blackpool.

10.1k

Feb 19th 2022, 6:12 PM

# wessi

League One: Contested Hoolahan goal from a corner as Sunderland humiliated by Bolton

A round up of the day’s League One action.

8.0k

Jan 29th 2022, 5:24 PM

# Magic of the Cup

Wes Hoolahan's Cambridge beat Newcastle to cause mighty FA Cup upset

The 39-year-old Dubliner came off the bench as the League One side won away to the richest club in the world.

40.3k

Jan 8th 2022, 5:24 PM

All time

# old wesley

'I think it’s the first time I’ve seen one of our players applauded off by the opposition’s fans'

At 39, Wes Hoolahan is still going strong.

67.3k

Nov 22nd 2021, 5:00 PM

# old wesley

New Cambridge United contract to take 'exceptional' Hoolahan into his 40s

The veteran Irish playmaker has signed up for another season with the League One-bound club.

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Jun 2nd 2021, 5:02 PM

# On the up

From 20th in February to final-day promotion - the Irishman at the heart of a remarkable success story

Eoin Doyle on Bolton’s unlikely triumph and becoming the first player at the club since Michael Ricketts to score 19 goals in a season.

34.2k

May 15th 2021, 8:00 AM

# class is permanent

Hoolahan 'would love to carry on' for another season as 39th birthday looms

His seven goals and eight assists helped Cambridge United achieve promotion from League Two.

7.2k

May 11th 2021, 5:40 PM

# Happy Days

Joy for Wes Hoolahan as Cambridge promoted

It was a good day too for fellow Irish players Eoin Doyle and Sean Long.

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May 8th 2021, 5:31 PM

# Star

Wes Hoolahan on target in 9-goal thriller

Despite the Irishman’s goal, Cambridge missed out on a chance to secure promotion.

9.0k

Apr 30th 2021, 10:05 PM

# old wesley

'He's getting no-frills treatment there but he still manages to make it look effortless'

Twenty years since his professional debut, Wes Hoolahan is still going strong as he approaches 39.

15.8k

Apr 30th 2021, 8:00 AM

# like a fine wine

Wes Hoolahan included in team of the season but misses out on Player of the Year gong

The former Ireland international has enjoyed a superb season with Cambridge.

5.9k

Apr 29th 2021, 7:53 PM

# wessi

Wes Hoolahan nominated for League Two Player of the Season award

More recognition for the former Ireland playmaker, who’s three weeks out from his 39th birthday.

6.1k

Apr 27th 2021, 10:54 AM

# up and down

Hoolahan's Cambridge made to wait for promotion, Irish international's goal relegates Barton's Bristol Rovers

Hull City, meanwhile, secured promotion to the Championship.

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Apr 24th 2021, 5:54 PM

# Wessi Magic

Wes Hoolahan sets up the winner to send his Cambridge side top and boost promotion bid

The 38-year-old set up the only goal of the game in the League Two clash.

5.4k

Apr 17th 2021, 3:44 PM

# weso

Delightful Wes Hoolahan goal keeps Cambridge United on track for promotion

Two months shy of his 39th birthday, the diminutive Dubliner continues to produce the goods.

6.9k

Mar 20th 2021, 6:18 PM

# Looking Back

'You think back to all these wonderful players - Liam Brady, Damien Duff, Wes Hoolahan, are these types dying off now?'

Stuart Byrne on his new song reflecting on the nostalgia of playing football on the street as a child.

6.4k

Mar 2nd 2021, 7:15 AM

# like a fine wine

'The magic hasn't stopped' - Wes Hoolahan wins Player of the Month award

Recognition of the 38-year-old’s form for Cambridge United, who are currently setting the pace in League Two.

6.2k

Feb 12th 2021, 9:15 AM

# class is permanent

38-year-old Wes Hoolahan up for League Two Player of the Month award

The form of the veteran playmaker helped Cambridge United climb to the top of the table in January.

5.9k

Feb 9th 2021, 9:42 AM

# like a fine wine

At 38, Wes Hoolahan continues to star in League Two

The former Ireland international has helped propel Cambridge into the promotion places.

49.3k

Jan 9th 2021, 8:00 PM

# like a fine wine

Ex-Ireland international Wes Hoolahan still pulling the strings in League Two

The Dubliner is currently playing for promotion-chasing Cambridge United.

10.4k

Dec 26th 2020, 4:51 PM

# wessi

Round up: Goals for Wes Hoolahan and Derrick Williams in 5-0 thumpings

Big win for Blackburn over Wycombe while former Barcelona star Philip Cocu admits his Derby side are already under pressure after they lost again.

9.2k

Sep 19th 2020, 7:49 PM

# Jet Magic

Wes Hoolahan returns to English football with move to League Two side

The former Republic of Ireland playmaker most recently lined out for Newcastle Jets in Australia.

15.4k

Jul 28th 2020, 6:03 PM

# weso

Hoolahan leaves Newcastle Jets but his A-League stint may not be over

The former Republic of Ireland international won’t be returning to Australia for the season’s restart.

6.8k

Jun 26th 2020, 12:11 PM

# graduate programme

20 years of drama in Irish football, Chapter 6: ‘Ireland – the country with no league’

Discredited by Giovanni Trapattoni and dubbed ‘the problem child’ by John Delaney, the League of Ireland has a passionate support-base who crave change.

16.9k

May 16th 2020, 8:00 AM

# Down Under

Victory for Hoolahan and O'Donovan as football continues in Australia

Roy O’Donovan opened the scoring for Newcastle Jets in today’s win against Adelaide United.

5.2k

Mar 15th 2020, 12:20 PM

# new south welshman

Welsh international Ledley joins Hoolahan and O'Donovan at Newcastle Jets

The 33-year-old will play under his former international colleague Carl Robinson, teaming up with the Jets’ two-man Irish contingent.

4.6k

Feb 25th 2020, 3:28 PM

# the wessiah

Wes Hoolahan makes his long-awaited debut Down Under as Roy O'Donovan nets for the Jets

The 37-year-old has been out since September following ankle surgery, but finally made his Newcastle Jets bow today.

6.1k

Feb 22nd 2020, 11:34 AM

# Jets 2

Former League of Ireland rivals joining forces on the other side of the world

Roy O’Donovan and Wes Hoolahan have become team-mates at A-League outfit Newcastle Jets.

6.4k

Feb 8th 2020, 10:00 AM

# Here's to you

New gaffer for Hoolahan and O'Donovan as former Wales international takes A-League gig

Carl Robinson has been appointed head coach at Newcastle Jets.

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Feb 6th 2020, 4:15 PM

# Down Under

Wes Hoolahan out until New Year after 'major ligament and cartilage damage' in Australia

The 37-year-old joined A-League side Newcastle Jets on a one-year contract in August.

3.4k

Sep 23rd 2019, 12:56 PM

# Jet Blues

Fears of three-month lay-off for Hoolahan after injury in second Aussie outing

The veteran Irish playmaker was forced to hobble off during Newcastle Jets’ defeat to Adelaide United.

3.8k

Sep 18th 2019, 2:12 PM

# Going Well

Ex-Ireland international Wes Hoolahan scores first goal for new club in Australia

The 37-year-old attacking midfielder started in Newcastle Jets’ win over Edgeworth.

7.9k

Aug 21st 2019, 1:01 PM

# a great man

Wes Hoolahan donates €18,700 to Temple Street children's hospital following Norwich testimonial

The money will be put towards ‘vital lifesaving equipment’ for the hospital’s young patients.

7.8k

Aug 19th 2019, 3:33 PM

# wessi

Newcastle Jets confirm signing of Wes Hoolahan

The former Irish international signed a one-year deal with the Australian club.

27.3k

Aug 9th 2019, 7:58 AM

# wessi

Calderwood left disappointed as Hoolahan opts to pursue overseas opportunity

The former Republic of Ireland international has decided not to sign for League Two side Cambridge United.

13.8k

Jul 30th 2019, 12:36 PM

# Wes craving

League Two club 'very hopeful' of completing a deal to sign Wes Hoolahan

The 37-year-old former Republic of Ireland playmaker has been training with Cambridge United recently.

8.4k

Jul 24th 2019, 8:11 PM

# wessi

League Two club clarify that they're on trial to Wes Hoolahan

Cambridge United are hoping to play their way into the Irish playmaker’s plans for next season.

34.8k

Jun 19th 2019, 8:02 PM

# twilight of his career

Wes Hoolahan to go on trial with League Two club

The ex-Ireland schemer is reportedly hoping to earn a contract at Cambridge United.

32.8k

Jun 18th 2019, 8:15 PM

# Alternative

'It was such a positive thing for my mental health' - The ex-Irish footballer embarking on a music career

Ex-Shelbourne star Stuart Byrne has just released his debut EP.

26.1k

Jun 13th 2019, 8:06 PM