Andy Keogh
A durable and adaptable striker, he carved out a long professional career across three continents, becoming a cult figure for Perth Glory fans.
Born 1986 (age 40)·Irish footballer·Birthday: May 16·Millennials
Biography
Andy Keogh's football journey is a testament to persistence and a willingness to chase the game. The Dublin-born striker came through the Wolves academy but truly found his footing during a productive loan spell at Scunthorpe United, which earned him a permanent move to a rising Wolverhampton Wanderers side. He played a role in their ascent to the Premier League, a classic hard-working forward known for his movement and team play rather than prolific scoring. After spells at several English clubs, he made a bold move in 2014, signing with Australia's Perth Glory. It was in the A-League that Keogh found a home and his most consistent form, becoming a central figure in the team's attack. His time there was punctuated by a brief, adventurous stint in Thailand, but he always returned to Perth, where his commitment and knack for important goals made him a fan favorite. His career evolved into that of a savvy veteran, his experience invaluable for younger teammates as he continued playing deep into his thirties for semi-professional sides in Western Australia.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Andy was born in 1986, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Andy Was Born
The biggest hits of 1986
#1 Movie
Top Gun
Best Picture
Platoon
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Andy's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1986Born
Challenger disaster; Chernobyl nuclear meltdown
Gas: $0.86/galHome: $66,600Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"That's What Friends Are For" — Dionne & FriendsBest Picture: Platoon
1991Started school
Soviet Union dissolves; World Wide Web goes public
Gas: $1.14/galHome: $82,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"(Everything I Do) I Do It for You" — Bryan AdamsBest Picture: The Silence of the Lambs
1999Became a teenager
Columbine shooting; Y2K panic builds
Gas: $1.17/galHome: $113,900Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Believe" — CherBest Picture: American Beauty
2002Could drive
Euro currency enters circulation
Gas: $1.36/galHome: $137,800Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"How You Remind Me" — NickelbackBest Picture: Chicago
2004Could vote
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2007Turned 21
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2016Turned 30
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2026Turned 40
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Made over 100 appearances for Wolverhampton Wanderers, contributing to their promotion to the English Premier League in 2009.
- Became a key player for Perth Glory in the A-League, scoring over 50 goals for the club across multiple spells.
- Earned 30 caps for the Republic of Ireland national team, scoring two international goals.
Did You Know?
He played in the same Wolves youth teams as Republic of Ireland international Kevin Doyle.
He scored on his debut for three different clubs: Scunthorpe United, Wolverhampton Wanderers, and Perth Glory.
After leaving Perth Glory in 2019, he had a short spell with Saudi Arabian club Al-Qadsiah before returning to Western Australia.
“I've always backed myself to score goals wherever I've played.”
