James Brophy (footballer)


James Robert Brophy is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender for club Leyton Orient.

Career

Swindon Town

Brophy joined Swindon Town in the summer of 2015 after several years playing in non-League football, with numerous clubs including Woodlands United, Belstone, Broadfields United and Edgware Town. The defender made his professional football debut as a second-half substitute in the League Cup game against Exeter City. He scored his first goal for the club against Queens Park Rangers in an EFL Cup tie on 10 August 2016.
On 21 September 2017, Brophy joined National League side Leyton Orient on a three-month loan deal until January 2018. Two days later, he made his Orient debut during their 2–2 away draw with Aldershot Town, featuring for the entire 90 minutes. On 24 November 2017, Brophy was recalled by parent club, Swindon, following increasing injury problems.
He rejoined Leyton Orient on a permanent basis on 31 January 2018, signing a -year deal.

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Honours

Leyton Orient