Kenny reported a niggle to the medical team and went home to England, where he later asked to be left out as his personal life went from bad to worse. He was called up by manager Brian Kerr and made his debut in 2004 as late substitute in a 21 win against the Czech Republic, before going on to make his first start in a 10 friendly victory over Jamaica. Paddy Kenny became a goalkeeper coach for Northampton Town following his retirement, Kenny says he was left 'embarrassed' by the incident, The goalie had to cover the wound during matches, It was rumoured the row was over an alleged affair Kenny's friend was having with the footballer's first wife Karen, The cause of the argument was actually over a curry bill. But that turned into one of the most disappointing parts of my career, especially the way it ended. He played three League One games for Oldham. EXCLUSIVE: Former Sheffield United, Leeds United and Queens Park Rangers star Paddy Kenny suffered the bloody injury after a row over who was going to foot the bill for a curry, For the latest from the pitch sign up for our football newsletter. They liked him. The book is remarkable for its frankness. In August 2017, Kenny joined Maltby Main of the Northern Counties East Football League. Paddy Kenny 64 - live prices, in-game stats, comments and reviews for FIFA 17 Ultimate Team FUT. Kenny began to voice disquiet over his contract situation at the end of 2008, despite manager Kevin Blackwell insisting that the club were set to open talks on a new deal. [2] Two months later Kiely was sold to Charlton Athletic, giving Kenny the chance to become Bury's regular goalkeeper.[2][3]. With the team struggling Kenny maintained fine form with the only low point coming in February; despite making several excellent saves, he mistakenly knocked the ball into his own net in extra time in an FA Cup fifth round replay against Middlesbrough, a goal which knocked Sheffield United out of the cup. [17] He returned to the first team after sitting out two league games and was again ever present until the end of the 200809 season, including an appearance at Wembley Stadium in the Championship play-off final. He is from England. [2] He went on to become an ever-present in both the 19992000 and 200001 campaigns. [18], Only a few weeks after signing a contract extension it was reported that Kenny had failed a drug test after the previous season's play-off semi-final. Although United missed out on promotion Kenny agreed a contract extension a few days later, effectively signalling his removal from the transfer list. Kenny wasn't named in a matchday squad after the signing of Jack Butland, with goalkeeper Alex Cairns favoured ahead of Kenny as the club's second choice goalkeeper. The Newstalk presenter lives with his daughters, Kristina and Nicole, and wife. The affair brought an end to his marriage. Discover today's celebrity birthdays and explore famous people who share your birthday. I wasnt allowed to even go near the ground or training ground until six weeks before the end of the ban. Paddy Kenny during a Championship match between Leeds United and Nottingham Forest at Elland Road in 2012. Soon after Kenny's departure from the club, QPR wrote a formal letter of complaint to Leeds United over abusive texts allegedly sent by Kenny to their technical director Mike Rigg and chairman Tony Fernandes. Approx. He remained as first choice goalkeeper the next season as QPR beat relegation on the final day of the season and was reunited with Warnock for the fourth time when he signed for Leeds in 2012.Upon his return to Leeds for pre-season training for the 2014/15 season it has emerged that . On 22 February 2014, Kenny missed his first league game since signing for Leeds, due to an ongoing injury he picked up against Nottingham Forest earlier in the 201314 season. "I travel down with the lads, have a few beers, it's just a good boozy day out. [35] On 3 July, the Professional Footballers' Association investigated alleged media reports that Kenny had been dropped due to his birthdate falling on the 17th of a month,[36] with owner Massimo Cellino having a deep superstition of the number 17. [2] Andy Preece's Bury were relegated into Division Three at the end of the 200102 season. I have a real picture of me walking to training that day and it shows Id come back fit as hell because Id been told I would leave the club. [38] On the same day, Leeds signed goalkeeper Stuart Taylor increasing speculation about Kenny's long-term future at the club. [42] After just two months at the Macron Stadium operating solely as an unused substitute, Kenny was loaned out to Oldham Athletic after manager Lee Johnson lost faith in Paul Rachubka. The jeers and cheers tumbled down the terraces at Old Trafford, landing squarely on the round shoulders of Paddy Kenny, Sheffield United's Ireland goalkeeper. It was one bad game and a few things went off in my life, that weren't my faultbut maybe I shouldn't have put myself in those positions.. So you feel like youre being bombarded left, right and centre and yet you still have to try continuing to have a career at the top level in the Premier League. IRELAND goalkeeper Paddy Kenny was lying low last night after he had his eyebrow bitten off in a curry house brawl. [32] The 201213 season ended with Kenny being United's only ever present in the Championship, playing every minute of each 46 league games. ", Despite having only recently signed an extended deal with Sheffield United, Kenny signed a three-year contract for former boss Neil Warnock's side Queens Park Rangers in June 2010. Ive been brutally honest, says the 42-yearold, who enjoyed his playing days but does not pine for them. I think I enjoyed it, he says, of his career. After three months the loan deal was made permanent for a 45,000 fee. Patrick Joseph Kenny (born 17 May 1978) is a former professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper. [8] Kenny featured 48 times in the 200405 season as United finished six points outside the play-off places. The ex-footballer says he has no desire to return to the game on a full-time basis as he enjoys his free weekends too much. @paddykenny17. Now happily working in transport, don't expect to see Kenny near a dugout anytime soon. It was too much hard work! Kenny tested positive for ephedrine, a banned substance, believed to have been contained in a cough medicine he bought over the counter. 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[11] He continued to be a key member of the United team in their season in the top flight but was unable to help prevent the club from being relegated on the final day of the 200607 season. After just two months at the Macron Stadium operating solely as an unused substitute, Kenny was loaned out to Oldham Athletic after manager Lee Johnson lost faith in Paul Rachubka. [9] In November 2006, despite being told by club manager Neil Warnock to keep a low profile, Kenny went for a night out in Halifax. His high hopes at Leeds were dashed by Massimo Cellino. Paddy Kenny Patrick Joseph Kenny (Player) General Information about the player Paddy Kenny Kenny, Paddy Patrick Joseph Kenny Add Picture Position Goalkeeper ( GK ) Age 44 Day of Birth 1978-05-17 Place of Birth Halifax (England) Height 1.85m Ireland FIFA Matches 7 FIFA Goals 0 Non-FIFA Matches 0 Non-FIFA Goals 0 Performance chart for Paddy Kenny Kenny is regarded as one of Tipperary's greatest-ever players. The stopper was one of the leaders of the Blades' drinking club, which continued even after they reached the top flight in 2006, and said they had to keep their antics a secret from intimidating boss Neil Warnock. [34] On 30 June 2014, Kenny was left out of Leeds' two week pre-season training camp to Santa Cristina in Italy. wife. It wasn't too bad, I've thick skin, so I can deal with it all being out there. The ex-Republic of Ireland stopper clipped the two images side-by-side and captioned it with: "36 v 44 Rooney must of let that Aguero goal get to him." Most read in Sport Kenny initially joined Neil Warnock's Sheffield United on loan as cover for injured keeper Simon Tracey. [53], In August 2017, Kenny joined Maltby Main of the Northern Counties East Football League. It was typical Kenny. It was a car crash where anything could happen.. Kenny's first spell among the game's elite coincided with the most turbulent time of his life. Thats the sort of character I am. In February 2006 Sheffield United faced promotion rivals Reading. [23] He was voted the club's Player of the Season for the 201011 season as the "R's" won promotion as champions of the Championship. [27] Soon after Kenny's departure from the club, QPR wrote a formal letter of complaint to Leeds United over abusive texts allegedly sent by Kenny to their technical director Mike Rigg and chairman Tony Fernandes. [10] The affair brought an end to his marriage. Kenny said he has only seen the mate who bit his eyebrow off once since the incident happened 14 years ago. He was promoted to the Premier League twice, with Sheffield United and Queens Park Rangers, and played seven times for Ireland but despite his success on the pitch, he never gave up his love for a night out. "I know I've had a bit off trouble off the pitch but it was really embarrassing and it was a difficult time, trying to perform in the Premier League while all that was going on.". Sometimes although not at the moment obviously Ill take the train to watch away matches because my mates are all mad Sheff United fans and its a great day out.. 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