Jackson Alexander Irvine is an Australian professional soccer player who plays as a central midfielder for Bundesliga club FC St. Pauli, which he captains, and the Australia national team. Irvine previously played for Celtic, Kilmarnock, Ross County, Burton Albion, Hull City and Hibernian.

Youth Career

• Started in Australia before moving to Scotland

• Joined Celtic’s youth academy, where he developed into a senior-team prospect

Senior Career Highlights

• Celtic (Scotland): Early professional years

• Kilmarnock (loan, Scotland): First significant senior playing time

• Ross County (Scotland): Became a first-team regular; breakout seasons in the Premiership

• Burton Albion (England): Excelled in the Championship, earning wider recognition

• Hull City (England): Continued strong Championship performances

• Hibernian (Scotland): Returned briefly to the Scottish Premiership

• FC St. Pauli (Germany): Joined in 2021, became a key midfielder, then captain, helping lead the club into the Bundesliga

International Career

• Represented Australia at youth levels (U20 and U23)

• Senior debut in 2013

• Regular Socceroos starter in World Cup qualifiers, friendlies, and major tournaments

• Known for leadership, work rate, versatility (can play CM, AM, or DM), and late runs into the box