Rory Gaffney
Shamrock Rovers/F/
IrelandPlayer Info
Rory Gaffney is a robust and experienced Irish striker leading the line for champions Shamrock Rovers. The 36-year-old, standing at 183cm, has enjoyed a nomadic and successful career across Ireland and England. Gaffney first made waves with Limerick before a move to Cambridge United in England. He returned to Ireland with Sligo Rovers and later Shamrock Rovers, where his physicality, hold-up play, and crucial goals have been instrumental in the Hoops' recent dominance of the League of Ireland. His partnership with other attackers has been key to multiple league title wins. Gaffney's style is that of a classic number nine who battles defenders, creates space for teammates, and finishes chances when they come. Valued at €75,000, he remains a pivotal figure for the Tallaght outfit, feared by defenders for his strength and proven track record of delivering in big moments for the country's top club.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2020/02/23
Salford City
Shamrock RoversSigned
2020/02/22
WalsallSalford CityLoan Ended
2019/08/30
Salford CityWalsallLoan
2018/06/30
Bristol RoversSalford CitySigned
2016/01/13
Cambridge UnitedBristol RoversSigned
2016/01/02
Bristol RoversCambridge UnitedLoan Ended
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Shamrock Rovers
IRE Premier Division2025
Matches
Games Played
20
Games Started
9
Minutes Per Game
823
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
8
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
27
Accurate Passes Per Game
140
Key Passes Per Game
9
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
9
Accurate Crosses Per Game
1
Success Dribbles Per Game
6
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
5
Interceptions Per Game
0
Clearances Per Game
1
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
2
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
13
Be Fouled Per Game
6