Craig Roddan


Craig John Roddan is an English footballer who is currently a free agent.

Club career

Career in England

In 2007, he joined Liverpool academy from Wigan Athletic. While at the academy, Roddan attended Maricourt Catholic School. While in the academy, Roddan revealed he play alongside then-club captain, Steven Gerrard, in the friendly and describe the experience as "amazing" and known for the "Liverpool U18s skill master".
On 28 November 2013 he joined League One club Carlisle United on a month-long loan, due to last until 4 January 2014. Roddan made his football league debut on 14 December 2013, coming on as a substitute in the 72nd minute for Paul Thirlwell against Tranmere Rovers. On 2 January 2014 he went back to Liverpool, following the expiry of his loan.
On 4 January 2014, it was announced Roddan had joined League Two side Accrington Stanley for an initial month loan. Unfortunately the loan was cut short before Roddan had made a first team appearance after he suffered an injury in training. He was released from Liverpool at the end of the 2013–14 season.
On 7 November 2014, he signed for Accrington Stanley on a short-term deal. On 6 January he left after his deal ended, he made just 1 appearance in the FA Cup during his time at the club.
On 14 February 2015, he signed for Northern Premier League team Witton Albion, making his debut the same day in the 2–2 home draw against Barwell. After a season there, Roddan was released by the club.

Sligo Rovers

On 27 January 2016 he signed for League of Ireland team Sligo Rovers. Upon joining the club, Roddan stated the move to Sligo Rovers was to suit his playing style.
Roddan made his Sligo Rovers debut in the opening game of the season against Shamrock Rovers, but was sent-off in the 75th minutes after a second bookable offence, in a 2–0 loss. After serving a suspension, Roddan captained his first match as a Sligo Rovers player and went on to draw 1–1 against St Patrick's Athletic on 8 April 2016.

Mossley

He then joined Mossley.

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