Michael Kelly (footballer, born 1997)
Michael Eamon James Kelly (born 3 November 1997) is a Scottish professional footballer who plays as a defender for League One club Bristol Rovers.
Personal information | |||
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Full name | Michael Eamon James Kelly[1] | ||
Date of birth | 3 November 1997 | ||
Place of birth | Kilmarnock, Scotland | ||
Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.81 m)[2] | ||
Playing position(s) | Defender | ||
Club information | |||
Current team | Bristol Rovers | ||
Number | 18 | ||
Youth career | |||
–2015 | Aberdeen | ||
2015–2016 | Leicester City | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
2016–2017 | Hurlford United | ||
2017– | Bristol Rovers | 25 | (0) |
2017–2018 | → Bath City (loan) | 3 | (0) |
National team | |||
2011–2012 | Scotland U15 | 4 | (0) |
2011–2012 | Scotland U16 | 10 | (0) |
2013–2014 | Scotland U17 | 7 | (0) |
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only and correct as of 10:14, 14 May 2019 (UTC) |
Career
Early career
Kelly started his career at Aberdeen before moving to Leicester City in 2015. He was then released and spent time playing for Scottish Junior League side Hurlford United.[3] In March 2017, he went on trial with Stoke City, playing twice for their under-23 side.[4]
Bristol Rovers
On 1 July 2017, Kelly signed for League One side Bristol Rovers.[5] In December 2017, he joined National League South side Bath City on loan and went on to make three appearances.[6] On 7 April 2018, Kelly made his league debut for Bristol Rovers, playing the last 13 minutes in a 1-1 draw with Charlton Athletic.[7]
International career
Kelly has played for Scotland at under-15, under-16 and under-17 level.[8]
References
- "Club list of registered players: As at 19th May 2019" (PDF). English Football League. Retrieved 1 August 2019.
- "Michael Kelly". Bristol Rovers F.C. Retrieved 10 September 2018.
- "How former Leicester City player Michael Kelly fought back from the brink to win deal at Bristol Rovers". Bristol Post. 7 April 2018. Retrieved 25 May 2018.
- "Stoke Take Trio On Trial". Stoke Loud and Proud. 12 March 2017. Retrieved 25 May 2018.
- "Michael Kelly Britol Rovers profile". Bristol Rovers F.C. Retrieved 25 May 2018.
- "Michael Kelly Joins Bath City on Loan". Bristol Rovers F.C. 8 December 2017. Retrieved 25 May 2018.
- "BRISTOL ROVERS VS. CHARLTON ATHLETIC 1 - 1 - Match report". Soccerway. 7 April 2018. Retrieved 25 May 2018.
- "Michael Kelly Scottish FA profile". Scottish FA. Retrieved 25 May 2018.