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Tributes to Irish football legend Tommy Carroll following death aged 77

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Irish international footballer Thomas Roger Carroll was just 15 when he made his debut for Dublin side Shelbourne FC, playing alongside his elder brother Eddie.

The defender, who has died aged 77, spent seven years at the club’s Tolka Park where he won the League of Ireland Championship and the FAI Cup.

Carroll moved to Cambridge City in August 1964, and played in the first ever Republic of Ireland under-23 game in 1966.

The player then moved to Ipswich Town in July 1966, and played for the club at right full back for six seasons.

He won the 2nd Division title under the management of Bill McGarry before falling out with Bobby Robson and moved on to Birmingham City in November 1971.

He would help the Midlands side win promotion to the top flight during his spell there.

He represented his country 17 times between 1968 and 1973, scoring once in a 1-1 draw with Sweden. He also won three amateur caps.

He managed Shelbourne FC for most of the 1975/76 season following the departure of the long-serving Gerry Doyle.

In December 1976, he was appointed player/manager of Athlone Town.

Shelbourne have paid tribute to the fondly remembered sportsman online.

A statement from the club said: “Shelbourne FC is saddened to hear of the passing of FAI Cup and League winner Tommy Carroll.

“With 17 caps for Ireland, Tommy began his Shels career at just 15 playing with his brother Eddie.

“Our thoughts are with Tommy’s friends and family. RIP.”

He died on Sunday, two days before his 78th birthday.