Derek Brazil
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Derek Brazil (born 14 December 1968 in Dublin) is an Irish former professional football player who played for the Republic of Ireland B team. A defender he began his career with Rivermount Boys Club before being signed by Manchester United where he played under both Ron Atkinson and Alex Ferguson, making two first team appearances.
During his time at Old Trafford, he played on loan with Oldham and Swansea before joining Cardiff in 1992 for £85,000. Brazil then spent 4 years at Cardiff and was part of the side that won the division three title in 1993.
In October 2006 Brazil was appointed team manager of Haverfordwest. He also runs his own business teaching physical education and coaching football around the Cardiff area.
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