Henry McStay

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Henry McStay (born 6 March 1985) is a football player from Northern Ireland who currently plays for Morecambe F.C. in England. His position is right back, though in recent times has played in a central defensive role.

Henry played international football for Northern Ireland's Under 17's before opting for the Republic of Ireland. A strong defender who played for the Republic's Under 19's and Under 21's, he is also an expert penalty taker.

He was one of the stars as Ireland won the Youth Olympic tournament in Spain in 2001.

Henry made his Republic of Ireland Under 21 debut v Portugal U21's on 24 February 2004.

He began his club career with Leeds United and has also previously played for Halifax Town and Portadown.

Due to homesickness Henry McStay ended his contract with Royal Antwerp FC at the end of January 2008 and went home in search for a new start in Britain.

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