Michael Byrne (footballer, born 1985)

He was called up to the U21 squad to replace the injured Gareth Williams[2] for a UEFA Under-21 Championship qualification match against Finland U21s in 2002, but was an unused substitute.

[5][6] In his time at Stockport he made only one first team appearance, scoring a 'fine goal' on his debut in a 4–1 loss at Notts County.

[7] In September 2004 he joined Leigh RMI on a one-month loan, impressing manager Phil Starbuck on his debut and helping the team to their first victory of the season.

[8] At the end of October he was released by Stockport and remained without a club until signing for Northwich Victoria in February 2005.

[10][11] He then spent some time at Stalybridge Celtic before signing for Thai club Nakhon Pathom, and was booked in his 8 March debut against Bangkok United in the first game of the 2009 season.