Robbie Benson
Derry City/M/
IrelandPlayer Info
Robbie Benson is an intelligent Irish midfielder currently playing for Derry City in the League of Ireland Premier Division. At 33, the former UCD man is known for his technical quality, eye for goal from midfield, and academic background, having balanced football with a university degree. Benson made his name at UCD, where his performances earned him a move to Dundalk, with whom he enjoyed immense success, winning multiple league titles and domestic cups while also featuring in the UEFA Europa League group stages. His ability to arrive late in the box and score crucial goals was a hallmark of his play. A stint at St Patrick's Athletic followed before his move to Derry City, where he continues to be a key creative influence. Valued at €100,000, Benson brings a composed and cerebral presence to the midfield, combining passing range with a genuine goal threat, making him one of the league's most complete central operators.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/12/31
Derry City
Free playerTerminated
2025/01/19
DundalkDerry CitySigned
2021/12/31
St. Patricks AthleticDundalkSigned
2019/12/31
DundalkSt. Patricks AthleticSigned
2015/12/31
UC DublinDundalkSigned
2010/06/30
Athlone TownUC DublinSigned
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Derry CityIRE Premier Division2025
Matches
Games Played
23
Games Started
5
Minutes Per Game
740
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
1
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
8
Accurate Passes Per Game
295
Key Passes Per Game
8
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
22
Accurate Crosses Per Game
2
Success Dribbles Per Game
2
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
19
Interceptions Per Game
12
Clearances Per Game
15
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
5
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
1
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
14
Be Fouled Per Game
12