Niko Kirwan
Niko Mario Patrick Kirwan is a New Zealand professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Italian club Trapani and the New Zealand national team.
Club career
Team Wellington
Kirwan signed to play for Team Wellington in the New Zealand Football Championship for the 2016–2017 season.Mestre
On the 28 July 2017, Kirwan signed a one-year deal with Mestre who play in the Italian Serie C.Reggina
On 8 July 2018, Kirwan signed a one-year deal with an option for another two with Reggina who play in the Italian Serie C.Reggiana
On 16 August 2019, he signed a 2-year contract with Reggiana.Padova
Kirwan signed with Serie C side Padova in 2021.Trapani
On 3 July 2025, Kirwan moved to Trapani, also in Serie C.International career
On 15 March 2018, Kirwan was called up for the New Zealand national football team as part of its 24-man squad for their friendly against Canada.He made his international debut with New Zealand in a 2–1 friendly win over Curaçao on 9 October 2021. He scored his first international goal three days later, a late winner against Bahrain.
Career statistics
International
| No. | Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
| 1. | 12 October 2021 | Bahrain National Stadium, Riffa, Bahrain | 1–0 | 1–0 | Friendly |