Kevin Horgan (born 26 April 1997) is an Irish former professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
Horgan played youth football with Salthill Devon and is best known for his time in the League of Ireland during his stint Shamrock Rovers and his two stints with Galway United.
Career Galway United In June 2015, Horgan was signed by League of Ireland Premier Division club Galway United. Horgan did not get much game time in his first spell with the club as he was competing with both Conor Winn and Ger Hanley for a starting spot. On 30 October 2015, Horgan made his debut for the club, coming on as a substitute in a 0–1 defeat to St Patrick's Athletic at Eamonn Deacy Park.
On 21 March 2016, Horgan made his first start for the club in the League of Ireland Cup in a first round match against the Mayo League. On 1 April, Horgan made his first league start for the club, away at Tallaght Stadium against Shamrock Rovers.
Shamrock Rovers On 15 December 2016, Horgan was signed by Shamrock Rovers anlongside fellow goalkeeper Tomer Chencinski, ahead of the 2017 season. On 17 April 2017, Horgan made his debut for the club against rivals Bohemians in the Dublin derby in the League of Ireland Cup.
Horgan re-signed for the club for the 2018 season. Horgan won Shamrock Rovers' Player of the Month for April 2018.
Return to Galway United On 10 February 2019, Horgan made his return to League of Ireland First Division club Galway United. Horgan was Galway's starting keeper for the 2019 season as Galway finished 7th in the league.
In the 2020 season Horgan played a majority of Galway's in games the truncated season as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, as they made the play-offs. Micheál Schlingermann started over Horgan as they lost to Longford Town.
Horgan re-signed for the 2021 season, however he didn't play a game before departing halfway through the season.
Personal life Horgan has three brothers who have all also played in the League of Ireland. His brother Daryl Horgan currently plays for Dundalk and is a former Republic of Ireland international, and his brothers Colm Horgan and Christopher Horgan are both (like Kevin) former Galway United players.
Career statistics Club + Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionhttps://ie.soccerway.com/player/horgan-kevin/vXHjcaEU/ClubSeasonLeagueNational cupLeague cupTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsGalway United2015LOI Premier Division10000010201630003060Total40003070Shamrock Rovers2017LOI Premier Division4000206020181300000130Total1700020190Galway United2019LOI First Division21030002402020130000013020210000—00Total3403000370Career total5503050630
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