Introduction
Derek Tracey (born 6 April 1971 in Dublin) is a retired League of Ireland association footballer who spent his entire 17 season senior career playing for Shamrock Rovers.
He made his debut on 9 August 1989 against St James's Gate F.C. in the Leinster Senior Cup. Tracey made his League of Ireland debut on the 19th of November 1989 against Dundalk as a substitute. He got his first start following week in Cork. His first goal was against University College Dublin A.F.C. in a 1-0 win on the 13 February 1990. He was the club's top goalscorer in 1994–95 with 8 league goals.
He was ever present in the 1996-97 and 1997-98 seasons.
Derek made his 250th league appearance in a great 3-1 win over Bohemians on 19 September 1999.
On the 26 May 2006, Tracey announced his retirement. During his time he made almost 500 senior appearances and as a versatile midfielder played in every position except goalkeeper. He played under 11 managers and scored once in 3 appearances in Europe
Derek scored 47 goals in 486 competitive appearances for The Hoops.
Derek was honoured with a Testimonial match in Tallaght Stadium on 5 November 2010.
Honours
- Shamrock Rovers
- League of Ireland Premier Division
- 1993–94
- FAI Super Cup
- 1998
- Leinster Senior Cup
- 1997