John Dempsey

John Dempsey

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John Dempsey is a former Irish footballer who played as a defender and made history as the first Irish player to be sent off in a senior international match. He is remembered for his contributions to the Irish national team and his club career, particularly during a time when Ireland was building its football reputation on the international stage.

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John Dempsey became the first Irish player to be sent off in a senior international against Hungary.

Recent history bodes well for Hallgrímsson’s men ahead of World Cup qualifier – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-09-05
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