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Stan Ashbee
Stanley Luca Ashbee (born 28 November 2006) is an Irish professional footballer who plays as a defender for EFL Championship club Hull City. Primarily a centre-back, he represents the Republic of Ireland at youth level. Club careerHull CityHaving come through the club's academy ranks, Ashbee signed his first professional contract with Hull City on 7 December 2023.[2] On 16 January 2024, he made his first team debut in a third round replay in the FA Cup.[3] Away at Birmingham City, Ashbee would play the opening 80 minutes before being substituted in the 2–1 defeat.[4] On 30 April 2024, Ashbee was named the Frank Donoghue Academy Player of the Year at Hull City for the second consecutive season.[5][6] International careerAlthough born and raised in England, Ashbee qualifies for the Republic of Ireland through his Irish heritage. His first call-up for the Republic of Ireland was on 6 April 2022 for the U16s.[7] In February 2023, Ashbee was called up to the U17s for the first time.[8] Two months later, he made one appearance at the 2023 UEFA European Under-17 Championship, in Ireland's opening game against Poland, a 5–1 defeat.[9] In March 2024, Ashbee debuted for the U19s in two games against Slovakia, nearly scoring in both matches.[10][11] He finally netted his first goal for the U19s in a 4–0 win over Azerbaijan on 16 November 2024.[12] Personal lifeAshbee is the son of former Cambridge United and Hull City midfielder Ian Ashbee.[3] Career statistics
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