Ryan Stevenson (footballer)
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Ryan Cairns Stevenson | ||
| Date of birth | 24 August 1984 | ||
| Place of birth | Drongan, Scotland | ||
| Position(s) | Attacking midfielder | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1997–1998 | Heart of Midlothian | ||
| 1998–2002 | Chelsea | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2002–2007 | St Johnstone | 74 | (5) |
| 2006 | → Ayr United (loan) | 9 | (2) |
| 2007–2010 | Ayr United | 99 | (28) |
| 2010–2012 | Heart of Midlothian | 61 | (9) |
| 2012 | Ipswich Town | 11 | (1) |
| 2012–2014 | Heart of Midlothian | 55 | (12) |
| 2014–2016 | Partick Thistle | 39 | (6) |
| 2015 | → Ayr United (loan) | 3 | (0) |
| 2016 | Ayr United | 15 | (6) |
| 2016 | Dumbarton | 17 | (3) |
| 2017 | Raith Rovers | 9 | (1) |
| 2017 | Troon | 1 | (0) |
| 2017 | Annan Athletic | 3 | (0) |
| 2018–2019 | Troon | 50 | (26) |
| 2020 | Stranraer | 8 | (2) |
| 2020–2021 | Troon | 9 | (2) |
| 2021–2022 | Albion Rovers | 14 | (2) |
| 2022 | Troon | ||
| Managerial career | |||
| 2022–2023 | Glenafton Athletic | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Ryan Cairns Stevenson (born 24 August 1984) is a Scottish former professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder or forward. Over his career, he played for several clubs in Scotland and England, most notably with Heart of Midlothian where he had two separate spells and was part of the team that reached the 2012 Scottish Cup Final.
Stevenson began his career at St Johnstone before moving to Ayr United, where he impressed with his performances. His success led to a transfer to Heart of Midlothian in 2010, where he became a key player. He later played for Ipswich Town in England before returning to Scotland, featuring for clubs such as Partick Thistle, Ayr United, and Dumbarton. Known for his versatility, Stevenson contributed both in midfield and attack, gaining a reputation for his powerful shooting and creative play.
After retiring from professional football, Stevenson transitioned into junior and non-league football, as well as media work, occasionally providing analysis on Scottish football.