Patrick Kavanagh (born 29 December 1985) is an Irish former footballer who played as a winger.
Career
Early career Kavanagh's first clubs were St Joseph's Boys and Ballybrack Boys, where his talent was soon spotted by scouts. He signed for League of Ireland club Bohemians in 2004 but his opportunities at the club were restricted to appearances in the Gypsies' Under 21 side. Following his brief stint at Bohemians, Kavanagh signed for Wayside Celtic and he became an instant hit, helping them win the FAI Intermediate Cup in his first season. A year later, they reached the top of the Leinster Senior League table and in the last round of games they played Malahide United in a play-off to decide the champions. His side clinched the Leinster Senior League title, winning 5–0 and he scored twice and was credited with assists for the other three goals.
During his time at Wayside Celtic, he played a Republic of Ireland under-20 amateur international against Spain and helped the Irish win 3–0.
UCD Following his performances at Wayside Celtic offers flooded in and the first offer came from UCD, not far from home and he signed in June 2006 on amateur terms. He scored five minutes into his League of Ireland debut as a substitute against Waterford United on 26 June 2006. His season was interrupted as he had already booked holidays before signing for UCD; however, he got a run in the side towards the end of the season and scored three goals in UCD's last three games to help the Students to sixth place in the league. The highlight was the winner at Dalymount Park against Bohemians on 27 October 2006. A week later he was sprung from the bench and scored the winner against Sligo as UCD finished mid-table.
Birmingham City In November 2006, Kavanagh went on trial with English Championship side Birmingham City. He made the move permanent on 31 January 2007, but was released at the end of the season without making a single senior appearance.
Bray Wanderers Kavanagh returned to Ireland in July 2007 and signed for Bray Wanderers. He instantly became a regular starter for Bray and made 71 appearances for the Seagulls in 2 years. His performances for Bray attracted attention from high-profile clubs including Derry City, Shamrock Rovers and Bohemians. While at Bray he earned a Republic of Ireland U23 cap in November 2007. He was named Player of the Month in the League of Ireland in April 2008.
Shamrock Rovers Kavanagh signed for Shamrock Rovers on 27 July 2009. He made his Rovers debut against Cork City on 11 August 2009, and made his home debut at Tallaght Stadium on 15 August 2009 against UCD in the FAI Cup, scoring his first goal for the club. In 2010, Kavanagh won a League of Ireland Premier Division winners medal helping Shamrock Rovers to their first league title in 16 years. Also during the 2010 season Kavanagh appeared twice in Rovers' UEFA Europa League ties against Italian giants Juventus.
Shelbourne Following his departure from Shamrock Rovers at the end of 2011 season, Kavanagh signed for newly promoted Shelbourne on 20 January 2012.
Derry City Kavanagh spent the 2013 season at Derry City and helped the Candystripes secure a place in Europe with a 4th-place finish.
Bohemians On 24 November 2013 Kavanagh confirmed via his Twitter account that he had signed with Bohemians for the 2014 season.
On 25 October 2017 Kavanagh Confirmed via his Twitter account that he has re-sign with Bohemians for the 2018 season for his 5th year with the Dublin side.
Career statistics
Correct as of 30 August 2016.
ClubSeasonLeagueLeagueFAI CupLeague CupEurope Other TotalAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsUCD2006Premier Division1040000----104Total1040000----104Bray Wanderers2007Premier Division1831000----1932008Premier Division3155130----3962009Premier Division1310000----131Total6296130----7110Shamrock Rovers2009Premier Division701100----812010Premier Division220303040103302011Premier Division7010100062152Total36051404072563Shelbourne2012Premier Division2866010--20376Total2866010--20376Derry City2013Premier Division161102021 – –00Total16110202100211Bohemians2014Premier Division2921010 – – – –3122015Premier Division2830000 – – – –2832016Premier Division2110020 – – – –231Total78610300000826Career total23026192130619227731 Competitions include UEFA Europa League Competitions include Setanta Sports Cup and Leinster Senior Cup
Honours Wayside Celtic FAI Intermediate Cup (1): 2005 Leinster Senior League Senior Division (1): 2005–06
Shamrock Rovers A Championship (1): 2009 League of Ireland (2): 2010, 2011 Setanta Sports Cup (1): 2011
Bohemians Leinster Senior Cup (1): 2015–2016
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