Riley McGree is a professional footballer who plays for Middlesbrough, here is everything you need to know about the Australian international.
Riley McGree joined Middlesbrough back in 2022 from American outfit Charlotte FC.
The 25-year-old has since become an integral part of Michael Carrick’s Boro side, notching over 80 appearances for the Teessiders so far.
Hailing from Australia, McGree is the latest name on the long list of Aussie stars who have featured for Middlesbrough, with players like Mark Viduka and Mark Schwarzer previously wearing the famous Boro shirt.
So with that being said, here is all you need to know about Middlesborugh’s Aussie star.
Riley McGree age
Riley McGree is currently 25-years-old at the time of writing, he was born on November 2nd, 1998.
Riley McGree nationality
Riley McGree is Australian having been born in Gawler in South Australia. He has featured for the Socceroos at international level, making his senior debut in 2021.
How tall is Riley McGree?
McGree stands at approximately 5ft 9 inches (1.78m). He regularly uses his small frame to weave in and out of opposition defenders.
Riley McGree Middlesbrough transfer
Riley McGree joined Middlesbrough in January 2022 from MLS outfit Charlotte FC for an undisclosed fee.
Putting pen to paper on a three-and-a-half-year deal, McGree arrived on Teesside following an impressive loan spell with Birghimham City.
Riley McGree salary
According to Capology, Riley McGree earns £15,000 p/w (£780,000 annually) at Middlesbrough, which makes him Boro’s second top earner only behind Jonny Howson.
Riley McGree stats
| Club | Apps | Goals | Assists | |
| 2015–2017 | Adelaide United | 22 | (2) | (0) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017–2019 | Club Brugge | 0 | (0) | (0) |
| 2018 | Newcastle Jets (loan) | 12 | (5) | (1) |
| 2018–2019 | Melbourne City (loan) | 30 | (8) | (4) |
| 2019–2020 | Adelaide United | 27 | (12) | (6) |
| 2020–2022 | Charlotte FC | 0 | (0) | (0) |
| 2020–2022 | Birmingham City (loan) | 30 | (3) | (2) |
| 2022– | Middlesbrough | 83 | (14) | (6) |
| Country | Apps | Goals | |
| Debut – 2021 | Australia | 25 | 1 |
Riley McGree scorpion kick
Before the days of Riley McGree’s Boro career, the Aussie was most well-known for an infamous scorpion kick goal he scored while playing for the Newcastle Jets in 2018.
The goal received wide-world attention, even receiving a Puskas Award nomination – eventually losing out to Mohamed Salah’s screamer against Everton.