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Irish Examiner
3 days ago
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- Irish Examiner
Kerry FC release two players due to 'values and principles not matching club standards'
Intrigue surrounds the abrupt departure of two players from Colin Healy's Kerry FC, one of whom was signed only five days ago. Both goalkeeper Mathyas Randriamamy and defender Shane Maroodza have been released by the First Division club with a brief, curious statement. 'Unfortunately, their values and principles didn't match the standards of the club,' a message on the Twitter account read. Kerry FC opted to disable the comments facility under the message. It's understood the incident that triggered the parting of ways occurred outside of club activities. Zimbabwe international Maroodza (21) made his one and only appearance for the Kingdom on the day he was announced, Friday's 3-0 home defeat to UCD. 'He has been in training with us for the last few weeks and has been really good around the group, and has fit in really well,' Healy had said. 'He comes with some fantastic experience, from his time with Huddersfield and, of course, making his international debut with Zimbabwe. Hopefully, he enjoys his time here in Kerry.' Mathyas Randriamamy joined Kerry within a week of the season kicking off in February. Hailed as a goalkeeper who graduated through the Paris Saint-Germain system, working with Kylian Mbappé, Neymar and Angel Di Maria was cited. He had been a substitute goalkeeper for three Champions League matches of the current holders, including the semi-final defeat to Manchester City.
Irish Independent
7 days ago
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- Irish Independent
Kerry FC sign Zimbabwe international defender Shane Maroodza
Maroodza arrives in Kerry after a long period with Huddersfield in the UK, and is manager Colin Healy's third signing of the summer transfer window, following the recent arrivals of Arran Healy and Robbie Cleary. Maroodza has enjoyed a successful period playing football in England. He was with Huddersfield Academy teams from Under 17 to Under 21 before graduating to the Huddersfield B team. He also had loan spells with Ossett United and Bradford PA. He had a successful period with the latter in the National League, playing 11 games. The defender, who normally play at left back, has represented his native Zimbabwe on a number of occasions, making his debut in March 2024. He was also part of the international squad in June 2024 as part of their World Cup Qualifying campaign. Speaking after he arrived in Kerry, Maroodza told 'I'm delighted to be here and I'm looking forward to getting going. I've been settling in since I arrived here, and I'm really enjoying it so far. I just want to thank Colin for believing in me, and I want to perform for all the supporters here in Mounthawk Park. The other players have been telling me about the atmosphere created here, and I can't wait to experience that first hand' On his latest acquisition, Healy said: 'We are delighted to have Shane here in Kerry and looking forward to seeing what he can do on the pitch. He has been in training with us for the last few weeks and has been really good around the group, and has fit in really well. He comes with some fantastic experience, from his time with Huddersfield and, of course, making his international debut with Zimbabwe. Hopefully he enjoys his time here in Kerry.'
Irish Independent
25-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Kerry FC will aim to maintain cup momentum in league tie with UCD
'UCD are going very well. They've a good manager, and they're a good side,' Kerry FC boss Colin Healy said this week Kerryman Kerry FC manager Colin Healy has challenged his players to take the confidence boost from last week's Sports Direct FAI Cup victory over Athlone Town and carry the momentum into Friday night's First Division clash against UCD at Mounthawk Park. After four successive league defeats, the hosts bounced back to advance to the last sixteen of the cup with a 2-1 victory over the midlanders. Substitutes Joe Adams and Kennedy Amechi were on the mark in a thrilling comeback triumph.
Irish Independent
24-06-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Kerry FC boss Colin Healy backs keeper Tim-Oliver Hiemer after costly mistake away to Cobh
Kerry boss Colin Healy has given his full backing to his number 1 keeper, Tim-Oliver Hiemer, after the German made a rare mistake against Cobh Ramblers on Monday evening, arguably costing the Kingdom a share of the spoils.
Irish Independent
19-06-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Kerry FC captain Sean McGrath: If you're not playing to get to the play-offs, what are you playing for?
The club captain is closing in on making his 100th appearance for Kerry FC and continues to be a central figure in the team in every sense Kerryman It is probably no surprise that Kerry FC's consistent form over the last six weeks or so has coincided with a welcome return to the goal scoring ranks for captain Sean McGrath. Just one defeat – to league leaders Dundalk – in their last six games is an encouraging statistic. For the Ballyduff man, a return of three goals from those half a dozen outings will, most certainly, please manager Colin Healy. Indeed, from the moment that he slotted home the only goal, from the spot, against UCD at Belfield on May 2, the skipper has grown in confidence. Related topics Kerry FC
