Graham Carey

Celtic

In 2005, Carey signed for Celtic from Shelbourne's youth set up. He made his senior Celtic debut as a substitute against Rapid Vienna in the Europa League on 17 December 2009, a match which Celtic drew 3–3. He was regularly named as a substitute for Celtic in the 2009–10 SPL season before being loaned out to St Mirren in February 2010, and English League One team Huddersfield Town in August 2010. Carey was a regular for the youth team and reserves during his time in Glasgow and worked under Willie McStay, Danny McGrain and Neil Lennon. He later said he was disappointed to have never made it into the first team during his time at Celtic.

Bohemians (loan)

In a bid to get more first team experience for Carey, Celtic boss Gordon Strachan loaned him out to League of Ireland Champions Bohemians in February 2009. He played his first league match against Derry City on 13 March and scored his first league goal against St. Patrick's Athletic on 11 April. Carey was deemed an instant hit and was described as the star of the show having impressed during the local derby against St. Patrick's Athletic. Bohemians manager Pat Fenlon was keen to extend Carey's loan deal which expired in July until the end of the season. The talented winger was also due to be out of contract at Celtic in July and was aiming to secure a place in new manager Tony Mowbray's team due to impressive performances with Bohemians and the Republic of Ireland under 21s. Carey was due to play on…

Carey has represented the Republic of Ireland at youth, under-17 and under-19 level. He has six Under-21 caps. His debut for the Under-21s came under Don Givens in February 2009 at Turners Cross against Germany. He scored his first goal at that level away to Georgia with an impressive 18-yard left footed strike after a clever one two with Cillian Sheridan.

Carey's preferred and most effective position is playing as a No 10 behind the striker, allowing him the freedom to move around the field and get on the ball. He can also play on the left or right side of midfield. He is very direct in his play and attacks defenders at every opportunity, while being a set-piece specialist his crossing has been described as "unbelievable". While at St Mirren, Carey was used as a left back and as a wing back on the left side. Carey is also noted for his accurate set piece and crossing delivery as well as his long range shooting, particularly with his left foot. His former St Mirren teammate, and former Scotland international, Gary Teale said "You will go a long way to come across a better left foot than Graham's. In a tight game, if you are giving someone like that an opportunity, then that can be the difference."

As of match played on 8 November 2025