• Source: Rory Hale

      • Rory Hale (born 27 November 1996) is an Irish footballer who plays for Cliftonville in the NIFL Premiership.


      Club career




      = Aston Villa

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      Hale started his career at Aston Villa, and regularly played in their Under-23s side, and eventually becoming captain. Hale was released by Aston Villa aged 20, and trialled at Sheffield United and West Brom before signing with Galway United.


      = Galway United

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      Galway United announced the signing of Hale in August 2017. Hale joined Derry City in January 2018.


      = Derry City

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      Hale joined Derry City in January 2018 along with his brother, Ronan. The brothers’ grandfather is Derry City legend Danny Hale.


      = Crusaders

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      Hale joined NIFL Premiership side Crusaders in January 2019. His grandfather, Danny, also played for Crusaders, scoring over 100 goals. His great-uncle Gerry also played for the club. In 2019, Rory's brother Ronan also joined. In 2019, Hale won the Irish Cup with the Crues, and was an unused substitute in the final.


      = Cliftonville

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      Crusaders’ North Belfast rivals Cliftonville signed Hale in 2021.


      International career


      In 2014, Hale made two appearances for the Northern Ireland under-19 team. In 2019 he was called up to the Republic of Ireland under-21 team but did not make an appearance.


      Career Statistics




      = Club

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      As of 13 August 2024


      Honours


      Derry City

      League of Ireland Cup: 2018
      Crusaders

      Irish Cup: 2018–19
      County Antrim Shield: 2018–19
      Cliftonville

      Irish League Cup: 2021–22
      Irish Cup: 2023–24
      Individual

      NIFL Premiership Team of the Year: 2023–24
      PFA NI Premiership Player of the Year: 2023–24
      Cliftonville FC Players' Player of the Year: 2023–24
      Cliftonville FC Player of the Year: 2023–24


      References

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