About Tommy Kinsella
Lived 1941 – 2009 (aged 67–68). Tommy Kinsella was an Irish association football player.
Tommy Kinsella (1941 – 6 February 2009) was an Irish soccer player who played in the League of Ireland during the 1960s.
Career Kinsella played for Shamrock Rovers and Bohemians amongst others during his career in the League of Ireland. He also had a spell with Arsenal. Tommy Kinsella was eventually transferred from Drumcondra to Arsenal, during the 1960/61 season, and ended up spending two years at the London club. He played mostly for the reserves, although he scored for the Arsenal first team at Dalymount Park during a match celebrating the new lights.
Joined The Hoops in March 1967 and scored his first goal on 1 October. Went on to make 4 appearances for Rovers in European competition. He also played for Dundalk in Europe, featuring against Liverpool in the 1969-70 Fairs Cup competition.
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Who was Tommy Kinsella?
Irish footballer (1941-2009)
When was Tommy Kinsella born?
Tommy Kinsella was born in 1941 in Dublin.
When did Tommy Kinsella die?
Tommy Kinsella died on 6 February 2009.
What was Tommy Kinsella's occupation?
Tommy Kinsella was an association football player.
What nationality was Tommy Kinsella?
Tommy Kinsella was Irish.
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