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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - JULY 9: Hibernian FC's new signing Jamie McGrath during the friendly match between Hibernian FC and Rot-Weiss Essen at Easter Road on July 9, 2025 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Callum Landells/Getty Images)

McGrath and Parrott bag goals in European action

Jamie McGrath scored inside seven minutes of his Hibernian debut as David Gray's side secured a first-leg draw in Denmark in the Europa League second round first leg.

Soccer • 24 Jul

Jamie McGrath's time at Aberdeen will end in the summer

McGrath signs pre-contract agreement with Hibernian

Hibernian have announced a pre-contract agreement to sign Aberdeen midfielder Jamie McGrath.

Soccer • 25 Feb

Jamie McGrath has suffered a bad shoulder injury

Ireland's McGrath out for 'two to three months'

Republic of Ireland midfielder Jamie McGrath has been ruled out for "two to three months" with shoulder damage.

Soccer • 24 Jan

Jamie McGrath's goal made it 1-1 before a dramatic finish to the game

McGrath nets as Aberdeen are held in Hibs thriller

Republic of Ireland midfielder Jamie McGrath got himself on the scoresheet as second-placed Aberdeen earned a 3-3 draw at embattled Hibernian in the Scottish Premiership on Tuesday night.

Soccer • 26 Nov 24

Jamie McGrath has found the back of the net three times this season for the Dons in all competitions

Aberdeen's McGrath undergoes facial surgery

Jimmy Thelin has revealed Republic of Ireland international Jamie McGrath missed Aberdeen's 4-1 win over Dundee after undergoing minor facial surgery.

Soccer • 10 Nov 24

The 75-year-old was in charge for just five weeks

Warnock steps down as Aberdeen boss after cup victory

Jamie McGrath's double helped Aberdeen into the Scottish Gas Scottish Cup semi-finals and gave manager Neil Warnock a much-needed lift as the Dons beat Kilmarnock 3-1.

Soccer • 09 Mar 24

Aberdeen's Jamie McGrath celebrates after making it 1-0

McGrath nets brace for Aberdeen, Rangers bounce back

A first-half double from Republic of Ireland midfielder Jamie McGrath helped Aberdeen move clear of the cinch Premiership relegation places with a 3-0 win at fellow strugglers Ross County.

Soccer • 02 Jan 24

Jamie McGrath in action for Ireland against Gibraltar, setting up Matt Doherty's goal in the Euro 2024 qualifier

McGrath keen to repay courageous Kenny in Amsterdam

Jamie McGrath is not writing Stephen Kenny off just yet, and the Aberdeen midfielder is looking to sign off the Euro 2024 qualifying campaign on a high with a victory away from home against the Netherlands.

Soccer • 16 Nov 23

Scots wrap: McGrath bags brace in Aberdeen win

Jamie McGrath hit a double as a 4-2 victory at Motherwell gave Aberdeen a much-needed morale boost ahead of the Viaplay Cup semi-finals.

Soccer • 01 Nov 23

Jamie McGrath scored nine goals in 33 games during his loan spell at Dundee United last season

McGrath agrees two-year deal with Aberdeen

Barry Robson has backed Jamie McGrath to add "another dimension" to Aberdeen's midfield after the Republic of Ireland international signed a two-year deal with the Pittodrie club.

Soccer • 22 Aug 23

Jamie McGrath in action against Gibraltar in June

Scottish move likely but McGrath would suit continent

While a move to Scotland would appear to be the likeliest destination for Jamie McGrath after terminating his Wigan contract, the Republic of Ireland midfielder's style of play would suit life on the continent according to former St Patrick's Athletic and Shelbourne midfielder Conan Byrne.

Soccer • 02 Aug 23

Jamie McGrath in action for Ireland against Gibraltar in June

McGrath terminates Wigan contract

Jamie McGrath has opted to terminate his Wigan Athletic contract and leave the club with immediate effect.

Soccer • 26 Jul 23

How a Zoom forum is stimulating a core of Irish players

Jamie McGrath, Andy Lyons and Liam Kerrigan speak to RTÉ Sport's Raf Diallo about how they are honing their games with Zoom sessions via Incision Football as founders Dr Kevin O'Grady and Gerard Moran explain the methodology.

Soccer • 07 May 23

Jamie McGrath has scored two goals in 19 appearances since joining Dundee United on loan at the start of the season

Jamie McGrath ready to put injury 'torture' behind him

Republic of Ireland international Jamie McGrath is hoping to end the "torture" of being sidelined as he returns to the Dundee United squad for the trip to Hibernian on Saturday.

Soccer • 13 Jan 23

McGrath's time at Wigan coincided with a barren international period

McGrath happy to be back in green after 'tough year'

Jamie McGrath admitted his delight over his return to the international stage after 12 months in the wilderness.

Soccer • 21 Nov 22

Callum O'Dowda watches his second-half effort hit the post in Malta

Confidence not an issue says O'Dowda after Malta win

Callum O'Dowda does not believe that there is any issue with Ireland's confidence levels following a tough week for the national team.

Soccer • 21 Nov 22

The Ireland international will be returning north of Hadrian's Wall

Updated Ross 'thrilled' as McGrath joins Dundee United on loan

Jack Ross got his man at last after Republic of Ireland midfielder Jamie McGrath joined Dundee United on loan from English Championship side Wigan Athletic until the end of the season.

Soccer • 03 Aug 22

Jamie McGrath (L) keeps pace with Stoke City's Tyrese Campbell

FA Cup round-up: Hendrick and McGrath make debuts

Republic of Ireland striker Adam Idah helped Norwich to an impressive FA Cup victory at Wolves but there was disappointment for Jeff Hendrick and Jamie McGrath as their debuts with their new clubs coincided with exits from the competition.

Soccer • 05 Feb 22

Jamie McGrath is moving south to England's League One

Hendrick to QPR, McGrath seals move to Wigan

Republic of Ireland duo Jeff Hendrick and Jamie McGrath secured late moves to QPR and Wigan Athletic respectively, both players leaving during the last moments of the January transfer window.

Soccer • 01 Feb 22

Connor Ronan scored the winner last night in Paisley.

Goodwin: Ronan can follow in McGrath's footsteps

St Mirren manager Jim Goodwin challenged Connor Ronan to produce his brilliant winner against Aberdeen on a regular basis and push himself into the reckoning for the Republic of Ireland senior side.

Soccer • 26 Jan 22

Connor Ronan celebrates with Jamie McGrath after scoring

Ronan nets St Mirren winner as McGrath makes return

Former Republic of Ireland Under-21 international Connor Ronan's second-half strike moved St Mirren three points behind opponents Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership in a match which saw Jamie McGrath return to the starting side.

Soccer • 25 Jan 22

Jamie McGrath has been urged by Jim Goodwin to refocus on life at St Mirren

Goodwin: Transfer 'noise' has affected McGrath

St Mirren boss Jim Goodwin insists Jamie McGrath remains part of his plans and has told the midfielder he needs to focus on getting back to playing for the club.

Soccer • 24 Jan 22

"He certainly has been a key player and I think as a club, and personally, we have been good for Jamie"

Goodwin: St Mirren has been very good to Jamie McGrath

St Mirren manager Jim Goodwin insisted the club has been good for Republic of Ireland midfielder Jamie McGrath amid speculation about the player's future.

Soccer • 20 Jan 22

Jamie McGrath has had two assists in five appearance for Ireland

Ireland boost as McGrath injury 'not as bad as feared'

Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny got some positive news today after scans revealed Jamie McGrath's hip problem appears to be short-term.

Soccer • 26 Oct 21

Ross Tierney looks poised for a move to Scotland

Motherwell set to move for Bohemians' Tierney

Motherwell are to swoop for Bohemians starlet Ross Tierney when the transfer window opens in January, but fellow Irish under-21 Dawson Devoy is set to stay at Dalymount Park for the time being.

Soccer • 19 Oct 21