Chris Kirkland
Born: May 2, 1981 (age 43)
Height: 6' 3" (191cm)
Hometown: Barwell, England
Nationality: 
English
EnglishPosition: Goalkeeper
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 1997-2001 | Coventry City |
| 2001-2006 | Liverpool | |
| → 2005-2006 | West Bromwich Albion (loan) | |
| 2006-2012 | Wigan Athletic | |
| → 2006 | Wigan Athletic (loan) | |
| 2006-2012 | Wigan Athletic | |
| → 2010-2011 | Leicester City (loan) | |
| → 2011 | Doncaster Rovers (loan) | |
| 2012-2015 | Sheffield Wednesday | |
| 2015-2016 | Preston North End | |
| 2016 | Bury | |
Sports Mole has 177 articles about Chris Kirkland. Articles 1 to 40:
Chris Kirkland calls for social media trolls to be jailed
Chris Kirkland has spoken out about his own struggles with mental health.
Feb 7, 16:19
Liverpool Women boss quits after one game
Neil Redfearn resigns as manager of Liverpool Women after just one league game in charge.
Sep 14, 16:27
Chris Kirkland: 'Alisson Becker could be final jigsaw piece for Liverpool'
Former Liverpool goalkeeper Chris Kirkland hopes that Alisson Becker is the last piece of the jigsaw that sees the Reds emerge as Premier League title contenders.
Jul 21, 12:50
Chris Kirkland 'told Liverpool to sign Jordan Pickford'
Former Liverpool goalkeeper Chris Kirkland says that he told the Reds to sign England Under-21 stopper Jordan Pickford "18 months ago".
Jun 19, 18:58
Liverpool planning Jordan Pickford swoop?
Liverpool are reportedly eyeing a move for Sunderland keeper Jordan Pickford.
Dec 11, 17:27
Chris Kirkland to take break from football
Former Liverpool and England goalkeeper Chris Kirkland announces that he has parted company with Bury less than two months after joining to spend time out of the game.
Aug 4, 22:11
Burnley go top of Championship table with win at Preston North End
A deflected free kick from Joey Barton sees Burnley beat Preston North End at Deepdale and return to the top of the Championship table ahead of Middlesbrough.
Apr 22, 21:41
On this day: Jermain Defoe nets five in Wigan Athletic rout
Six years ago today, Jermain Defoe found the net five times as Tottenham Hotspur recorded a 9-1 victory over Wigan Athletic at White Hart Lane.
Nov 22, 06:00
On this day: Blackpool thrash Wigan Athletic on Premier League debut
On this day in 2010, Blackpool marked their first game in the Premier League with a 4-0 victory away at Wigan Athletic.
Aug 14, 08:00
Preview: MK Dons vs. Preston North End
Sports Mole gives you the lowdown on Saturday's Championship match between two newly-promoted sides, MK Dons and Preston North End.
Aug 13, 16:48
Chris Kirkland joins Preston North End
Former England goalkeeper Chris Kirkland signs a one-year contract with Preston North End.
Aug 12, 13:04
Chris Maguire set for Sheffield Wednesday exit?
Scottish international Chris Maguire is searching for a new club after turning down the offer of a contract extension at Sheffield Wednesday, according to reports.
Jul 3, 20:07
Sheffield Wednesday confirm Chris Kirkland exit
Sheffield Wednesday reveal that goalkeeper Chris Kirkland has quit the club in search of first-team football.
Jul 3, 01:18
Sheffield Wednesday release 11 out-of-contract players
Sheffield Wednesday release 11 of their out-of-contract players, but are pursuing new deals with five of them.
May 5, 16:20
Late Atdhe Nuhi equaliser denies Watford title glory
An injury-time equaliser from Sheffield Wednesday striker Atdhe Nuhiu denies Watford the Championship title.
May 2, 14:08
Half-Time Report: Watford remain on course for Championship title
Watford are 45 minutes away from the Championship title after taking a 1-0 lead into half time in their game with Sheffield Wednesday.
May 2, 13:02
Team News: Slavisa Jokanovic recalls Matej Vydra for Watford
Watford manager Slavisa Jokanovic hands a recall to striker Matej Vydra for the club's final Championship fixture with Sheffield Wednesday.
May 2, 11:49
Team News: Five changes for Middlesbrough against Sheffield Wednesday
Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka makes five changes to his side for their Championship match against Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough.
Feb 28, 14:48
Sheffield Wednesday put three past hosts Millwall at The Den
Sheffield Wednesday overcome Championship strugglers Millwall with a 3-1 victory at The Den, thanks to goals from Lewis McGugan, Atdhe Nuhiu and Stevie May.
Feb 24, 21:41
Half-Time Report: Millwall, Sheffield Wednesday goalless at the break
Millwall and Sheffield Wednesday share a goalless first half at The Den in the Championship, despite the home side's dominance.
Feb 24, 20:34
Team News: Gary Taylor-Fletcher makes full Millwall debut against Sheffield Wednesday
Millwall hand a full debut to new loan signing Gary Taylor-Fletcher as they face away side Sheffield Wednesday in the Championship.
Feb 24, 19:15
Preview: Millwall vs. Sheffield Wednesday
Sports Mole previews out-of-form Sheffield Wednesday's trip to struggling Millwall in the Championship.
Feb 23, 15:53
Team News: Three changes for Nottingham Forest against Sheffield Wednesday
Nottingham Forest boss Stuart Pearce makes three changes to his side from their FA Cup loss to Rochdale for their Championship clash against Sheffield Wednesday.
Jan 10, 14:58
Dramatic James Milner brace sends Manchester City through to fourth round
Manchester City require a late James Milner goal to beat Sheffield Wednesday 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium and progress to round four of the FA Cup.
Jan 4, 16:54
Team News: Toure starts for Manchester City against Sheffield Wednesday
Yaya Toure captains a rotated Man City side which includes Frank Lampard, Dedryck Boyata and James Milner in their FA Cup third-round tie against Sheffield Wednesday.
Jan 4, 14:18
Sheffield Wednesday to loan out Chris Kirkland
Goalkeeper Chris Kirkland may leave Sheffield Wednesday on loan next month, according to manager Stuart Gray.
Dec 24, 14:13
On This Day: Neil Mellor strike takes Liverpool past Arsenal
On this day in 2004, Neil Mellor scores a stoppage-time winner as Liverpool beat Arsenal 2-1 at Anfield.
Nov 28, 09:12
On this day: Former Gunner Nwankwo Kanu helps to sink Arsenal
Nine years ago today, a goal from Nigerian striker Kanu helped West Bromwich Albion to beat his former club Arsenal.
Oct 15, 09:54
On this day: Grimsby Town stun Liverpool at Anfield
On this day in 2001, Grimsby Town overturn an extra-time deficit to beat Liverpool 2-1 at Anfield in the League Cup.
Oct 9, 11:04
Chris Maguire: 'Kieren Westwood is a great signing'
Chris Maguire praises Sheffield Wednesday goalkeeper Kieren Westwood following his performance in the 1-1 draw with Leeds United.
Oct 7, 11:58
Half-Time Report: Sheffield Wednesday frustrating Manchester City
Sheffield Wednesday hold Manchester City to a goalless half-time draw in their third-round Capital One Cup encounter at the Etihad.
Sep 24, 20:34
Burnley shocked by Sheffield Wednesday
Burnley lose 1-0 to Sheffield Wednesday in tonight's League Cup clash at Turf Moor, a penalty in the second half securing progress to the third round for the Owls.
Aug 26, 21:46
Ayoze Perez goal seals Newcastle United victory
Ayoze Perez scores his first goal for Newcastle United in the team's 1-0 pre-season win over Sheffield Wednesday.
Jul 30, 21:52
Pre-season stalemate for Doncaster Rovers, Sheffield Wednesday
Doncaster Rovers fight back from two goals down to salvage a draw with Sheffield Wednesday in their pre-season friendly.
Jul 27, 16:50
Sheffield Wednesday comfortable winners over York City
Sheffield Wednesday score two first-half goals to beat York City 2-0 in a pre-season clash this afternoon.
Jul 12, 16:48
Sheffield Wednesday snap up ex-Chelsea defender Sam Hutchinson
Sheffield Wednesday complete the permanent signing of former loanee Sam Hutchinson on a two-year contract.
Jul 8, 13:22
Goalkeeper Chris Kirkland pens new Sheffield Wednesday deal
Chris Kirkland signs a new one-year contract with Championship side Sheffield Wednesday.
Jul 8, 12:18
Bolton Wanderers cruise to victory at Hillsborough
Bolton Wanderers put three past Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough in the Championship.
Apr 26, 17:07
Half-Time Report: Bolton Wanderers in control at Sheffield Wednesday
Bolton Wanderers lead Sheffield Wednesday 3-1 at half time in this afternoon's Championship clash at Hillsborough.
Apr 26, 15:55
Marvin Sordell trebles inspires Charlton Athletic
Marvin Sordell scores a hat-trick to help Charlton Athletic beat Sheffield Wednesday 3-2 in their Championship match.
Apr 21, 17:00
