About Jason McAteer
Jason Wynne McAteer is a former professional footballer. His primary position was in midfield either in the centre or on the right flank, though he was also an able full-back. Born in England, he represented the Republic of Ireland national team at international level, winning 52 international caps and playing at two World Cups in 1994 and 2002. Bolton went on to win the match 4–3 after extra time, and McAteer was given his first chance of FA Premier League football. He made his first-team debut against Burnley in a Division Two game at Burnden Park on 28 November 1992, finishing on the winning side in a 4–0 triumph. During the 1994–95 season, Bolton reached the final of the Football League Cup (their first appearance in a major cup final for 37 years), but lost 2–1 to Liverpool.
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