Shaun Hutchinson

Shaun Hutchinson
Personal information
Full name Shaun Matthew Hutchinson[1]
Date of birth (1990-11-23) 23 November 1990[2]
Place of birth Newcastle upon Tyne, England[2]
Height 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)[2]
Playing position Centre back
Club information
Current team
 Millwall
Number 4
Youth career
0000–2007 Wallsend Boys Club
2007–2009 Motherwell
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2009–2014 Motherwell 121 (7)
2014–2016 Fulham 30 (2)
2016– Millwall 0 (0)

* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only.


Shaun Matthew Hutchinson (born 23 November 1990) is an English footballer who last played as a centre back for Fulham. He has previously played for Motherwell.

Club career

Motherwell

Educated at Gosforth Academy,[3] Hutchinson signed for Motherwell from Wallsend Boys Club in 2007.[4] He later explained joining Motherwell, quoting: "Motherwell gave me the first offer after I left school and I was always going to take it."[5] While growing up, Hutchinson revealed he and his family were Newcastle United supporters and was a season ticket holders. Following his move to Motherwell, his family switched their allegiance from Newcastle United to Motherwell.[6]

He made his professional debut for Motherwell on 16 May 2009 in a league match away to Hamilton Academical. He started in the 3–0 win.[7] After making his debut, Hutchinson signed a new contract, that will keep for two-years.[8]

Hutchinson played in the 2009–10 Europa League second leg match against Flamurtari on 23 July 2009 and scored the sixth goal in an 8–1 win for the Steelmen.[9] Hutchinson made an impressive start of the season when he scored two goals in the first two matches against St Johnstone and Kilmarnock.[10][11] As a result of his good performance, Hutchinson soon attracted interests from other clubs, but Manager Jim Gannon was determined for the youngsters to stay at the club.[12] Despite the transfer speculation, Hutchinson signed a three-year contract with the club that will keep him until 2012.[13] Hutchinson third goal came in a 6–1 loss against Rangers on 19 December 2009, which turns out to be last his appearance of the season.[14] However, during the season, Manager Gannon left the club and was replaced by Craig Brown. For Hutchinson, he suffered a huge setback in the first team that he only made five appearance in his first season for Motherwell.[6][15][16][17] Hutchinson stated he want to get his career on track because of "the sake of his sanity."[18]

In 2010–11 season, Hutchinson made a recovery from the hamstring injury[19] and made appearance as an unused substitute in the matches, though he remained injured.[20] Hutchinson was due to go on a one-month loan to Second Division team Ayr United in December 2010, to get match-sharpness.[21] However, the bad weather and match postponements led to Motherwell being forced to call off the switch.[22] Hutchinson forced his way back into the first-team in the second half of the 2010–11 season, mainly due to the departure of first-choice centre back Mark Reynolds to Sheffield Wednesday.[23] Hutchinson made his first appearance of the season when Mothewell and Inverness CT drew 0–0 on 16 January 2011.[24] Hutchinson then scored his first goal of the season on 2 April 2011, in a 2–1 win over Aberdeen.[25] After the scoring his first goal of the season, Hutchinson says the goal against Aberdeen was put a last laugh on Craig Brown after being overlooked by him the previous season and the start of the season.[26] He helped Motherwell to the final of the 2011 Scottish Cup but they lost the match 3–0 against Celtic.[27] Hutchinson revealed that he never expected to play in the final that he couldn't get a smile of his face.[28] On 2 June 2011, Hutchinson signed a two-year extension to his contract, tying him to Motherwell until 2014.[4] Hutchinson was later grateful to Brown's successor Stuart McCall for giving a first team opportunity and fill in the boots of Reynolds.[29]

In the 2011–12 season, Hutchinson played five games at the start of the season before suffering a Malleolar injury for four weeks when he sustained it during a match against Celtic and had to be substituted in the first half on 9 September 2011. Days later, it was announced that Hutchinson faced two months out.[30] He made his return, in a match against Inverness CT, on 28 October 2011, where he scored and set up a goal for Keith Lasley, which was a win for Motherwell.[31] Hutchinson became more regularly in the first team and then scored his second goal of the season, in the last 16 of Scottish Cup, in a 6–0 win over Greenock Morton.[32] In May 2012, Hutchinson was awarded Young Player of the Month for April.[33] Hutchinson would make thirty-three appearance in all competitions. Following the retirement of central-defense partner Stephen Craigan, Hutchinson took to realise of not needing Craigan around him, having grown up and taking responsibility.[34] Hutchinson was also named Team of the Season by various journalists of Daily Record.[35]

In 2012–13 season, Hutchinson faced a setback that could have prevented his playing in the Champions League after injuring his groin in the club's pre-season training and he feared he could be out of actions for two months.[36] Hutchinson made his return in a friendly match[37] and then made his Champions League debut against Panathinaikos in the third qualifying round. Motherwell lost 3–0 on aggregate to go out of the competition,[38] but entered the Europa League play-off round. During playing against Panathinaikos in both legs, Hutchinson was fault for committing fouls in dangerous area and was penalised several time.[39] Hutchinson played in the first leg against Spanish side Levante, but was sent off in the 77th minute "for hauling down Gekas on the edge of the box as he bore down on goal."[40] The team were again eliminated in the after losing in the return leg. Two days later, Hutchinson was sent-off for the second time in days after a second bookable offence, as Motherwell drew 1–1 with St Mirren. After the match, Manager McCall says the referee giving Hutchinson a second yellow card was wrong and it left him in tears.[41] In the summer transfer window, Hutchinson was linked with a move to the Championship and McCall turned down a bid for him.[42] Hutchinson scored his first goal of the season, in a 3–3 draw against Aberdeen on 21 September 2012.[43] In a 2–0 loss against Rangers in Scottish Communities League Cup, Hutchinson made a direct clash with Francisco Sandaza, which both players had blood streaming from their wounds, but Hutchinson continue playing after being off the pitch, having a treatments.[44] Then in a 1–0 loss against Hearts on 21 October 2012, Hutchinson injured his hamstring and was later substituted.[45] After the match, Hutchinson would be out for several weeks for his hamstring injury.[46] Hutchinson made his return for the club, on 18 November 2012, in a 5–1 loss against Inverness CT.[47] Since his return, Hutchinson regained his first team place and says he aim for finishing second place.[48] At the end of the 2012–13 season, together with team-mates Darren Randolph, Nicky Law and Michael Higdon, Hutchinson was named in the 2012–13 PFA Scotland Team of the Year.[49]

In 2013–14 season, Hutchinson started his season when he played in both legs, which he was booked in both legs, as Motherwell lose 3–0 to Kuban Krasnodaron aggregate.[50][51] In the opening game of the season, Hutchinson provided an assist for Henri Anier, in a 1–0 win over Hibernian.[52] He then score his first goal of the season, on 19 October 2013, in a 2–1 win over Hearts.[53] A few weeks later, on 3 November 2013, Hutchinson was sent-off after a second bookable, in a 1–0 win over Hibernian.[54] In a match against Aberdeen on 25 January 2014, Hutchinson was involved in a tackle on Ryan Jack that he was stretched off. This alerted Derek McInnes, suggesting that Hutchinson should have been sent-off, describing as "a poor, reckless challenge."[55] On the last game of the season, Hutchinson helped the club finished second place after beating rival Aberdeen over second place.[56]

With his expiry of his contract at Motherwell, Hutchinson stated he is happy at the club and is less affected of the transfer speculation.[57] In October 2013, McCall made an urgent message for him to sign a new contract.[58] Following a transfer speculation to Rangers, Manager McCall confirmed that Hutchinson will leave the club in the summer, but denies suggestion of Hutchinson joining Rangers.[59] Despite suggestion of him leaving in the summer, McCall, however, believes he refusing to give persuade Hutchinson a new contract.[60]

Fulham

On 16 June 2014, Hutchinson signed an initial two-year deal with Fulham with an option of a further year.[61] Hutchinson made his debut for the club in the pre-season friendly on 5 July 2014, in a 2–0 win over East Fife[62] Hutchinson also played against his former club, on 12 July 2014, in a 2–0 win for Fulham.[63]

Hutchinson made his league debut for the club, in the opening game of the season, in a 2–1 loss to Ipswich Town before coming off in the 71st minute.[64]

He is to be released from his contract along with 5 other first team players at the end of June 2016.

Shaun Hutchinson signed for Millwall during pre season 2016/17

International career

In 2009, Hutchinson was almost called up by the England under-21 team, but his chances were shattered, due to injury.[65]

Career statistics

As of 14 April 2015
Club Season League Cup League Cup Europe Total
Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Motherwell 2008–09 1000000010
2009–10 5300103194
2010–11 191501000251
2011–12 301211000342
2012–13 311101030361
2013–14 351102020401
Total 12179160811449
Fulham 2014–15 232402000292
Career total 1449131808117311

Honours

Motherwell

References

  1. ↑ "EFL: Free Transfers: 2015/16" (PDF). English Football League. Retrieved 26 June 2016.
  2. 1 2 3 "Shaun Hutchinson profile". Official Motherwell FC Site. Retrieved 21 February 2014.
  3. ↑ People educated at Gosforth Academy The Times of India
  4. 1 2 "Shaun Hutchinson signs up at Motherwell until 2014.". BBC Sport. 2 June 2011. Retrieved 2 June 2011.
  5. ↑ "I want to be next Wallsend Boys Club player to become a star, says Motherwell kid Shaun Hutchinson". Daily Record. 2 August 2009. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  6. 1 2 "Shaun Hutchinson: Family have become Motherwell fans since my move north". Daily Record. 31 October 2009. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  7. ↑ "Hamilton Academical 0–3 Motherwell". BBC Sport. 16 May 2009. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  8. ↑ "Teenage defenders sign up at Well". BBC Sport. 18 May 2009. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  9. ↑ "Motherwell 8–1 Flamurtari (8–2)" BBC Sport website (23 July 2009)
  10. ↑ "St Johnstone 2–2 Motherwell". BBC Sport. 15 July 2009. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  11. ↑ "Motherwell 3–1 Kilmarnock". BBC Sport. 22 August 2009. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  12. ↑ "Gannon keen to secure stars". Sky Sports. 28 August 2009. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  13. ↑ "Hutchinson earns new deal". Sky Sports. 9 September 2009. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  14. ↑ "Glasgow Rangers 6–1 Motherwell". BBC Sport. 19 December 2009. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  15. ↑ "Gannon has real case for the defence". Motherwell Times. 16 September 2009. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  16. ↑ "I'm gutted I've been injured when England Under-21s have come to watch me, says Motherwell kid Shaun Hutchinson". Daily Record. 22 November 2009. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  17. ↑ "Celtic move for Motherwell winger Slane". Motherwell Times. 27 January 2010. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
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  22. ↑ "Ayr United face another idle Saturday". Daily Record. 3 December 2010. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
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  33. 1 2 "SPL award for Motherwell defender Shaun Hutchinson". BBC Sport. 5 May 2012. Retrieved 19 August 2013.
  34. ↑ "Shaun Hutchinson: I can fill Stephen Craigan's shoes at Motherwell". Daily Record. 17 May 2012. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  35. ↑ "SPL dream team of the season: Record Sport's top names choose their starting XI from last campaign". Daily Record. 2 June 2012. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
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  38. ↑ "Greek tragedy: Motherwell bow out of Champions League at first hurdle". Daily Record. 8 August 2012. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
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  45. ↑ "Grainger helps Hearts pump Well". Sky Sports. 21 October 2012. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
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  47. ↑ "Inverness 1 Motherwell 5: Five-star Steelmen go goal crazy as Caley's 10-game unbeaten run ends". Daily Record. 18 November 2012. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  48. ↑ "Motherwell stopper Shaun Hutchinson targets second and staying power". Daily Record. 19 December 2012. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
  49. ↑ Ross, Jack (2 May 2013). "PFA Scotland Teams of the Year". PFA Scotland. Retrieved 9 August 2013.
  50. ↑ "Europa League: Motherwell 0 Kuban Krasnodar 2: Steelmen hit on the break to suffer painful defeat against unknown Russians". Daily Record. 2 August 2013. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
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  59. ↑ "Motherwell losing the battle to keep Shaun Hutchinson but boss Stuart McCall says defender won't be signing for Rangers". Daily Record. 21 March 2014. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
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  64. ↑ "Ipswich Town 2 – 1 Fulham". BBC Sport. 9 August 2014. Retrieved 9 August 2014.
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