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Biography

One of the modern Manchester United greats, Denis Irwin’s career was one of steady progression to the biggest stage for club and country – where he proved a natural, if often underrated performer, offering sterling service at left-back, with a keen eye for goal.

  • Position

    Defender

  • Country

    Republic of Ireland

  • Date of birth

    31 Oct 1965

  • Joined

    8 Jun 1990

  • United debut

    18 Aug 1990

    v Liverpool (N) Charity Shield

  • Left United

    31 May 2002

Irwin's message to the Reds

 Article

United legend says the objectives remain the same as in pre-season and points to experience from 1996.

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Irwin: The world will watch this match

 Video

Barcelona v United is a fixture that demands the world's attention, as Denis Irwin explains in our interview...

  • published time Feb 23Video

'Jordi was always talking about football!'

 Article

Denis Irwin isn't surprised his former team-mate Cruyff is seeing success as Barcelona's sporting director of football.

  • published time Feb 23News

Irwin warns of Lewandowski's threat

 Article

United legend Denis Irwin says the Reds need to be "on their toes" to deal with Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski.

  • published time Feb 23News

How to handle the Nou Camp experience

 Article

Denis Irwin had three vastly different experiences at Barcelona's iconic stadium, so he's an ideal source of advice.

  • published time Feb 23News

Irwin: 'Derbies get me excited!'

 Video

Denis Irwin previews Saturday's derby against Manchester City...

  • published time Jan 23Video

Irwin: We need to concentrate on ourselves

 Article

Denis Irwin says United can’t focus too much on Manchester City, ahead of the upcoming derby.

Matchday in the Megastore

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United Daily | Ahead of kick-off, we hear from Ten Hag, Irwin and the lifelong Red who manages tonight's opponents...

  • published time Jan 23Video

Irwin on the season so far

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We asked club legend Denis Irwin for his thoughts on Ten Hag's impact, cup runs and our current full-backs...

  • published time Jan 23Video

Irwin impressed by United’s full-backs

 Article

Legendary defender Denis Irwin assesses how the current players in his former position have been performing this season.

Irwin praises Ten Hag's trophy intent

 Article

Denis Irwin has been pleased by United's commitment in the cup competitions so far this season.

How does Irwin feel about De Gea overtaking him?

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How does Denis Irwin feel about David De Gea potentially overtaking his appearances record? Let's find out...

  • published time Jan 23Video

Irwin backs De Gea to beat his appearance tally

 Article

Read an extract of our big interview with Denis, who is next in David's sights on our all-time appearances list.

  • published time Jan 23News

Top 10 appearances: United’s Hall of Fame

 Article

David De Gea is in 10th place, behind which other club legends? Check out the iconic list in detail...

  • published time Jan 23News

Our United XI of World Cup stars

 Article

As Qatar 2022 begins, we've picked a dream team of Reds who have shone in previous global tournaments.