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“At Leeds I've tried to concentrate on my club form, but you get caught up in all the World Cup fever once you come back to Ireland and see all the Irish boys again.”

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Robbie Keane
Robbie Keane

Robbie Keane is an Irish soccer player born on July 8, 1980. He has played for several top European clubs throughout his career, including Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur, and Los Angeles Galaxy. Known for his goal-scoring ability and leadership, Keane has won numerous awards. more

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