Michael Darragh MacAuley is a Gaelic footballer who plays for the St Brigids club and the Donegal county team. He was born in 1985 in Glenties, County Donegal, Ireland. He is a two-time All-Ireland Senior Football Championship winner with Donegal, having won the title in 2012 and 2014. He was also awarded an All Star Award in 2012.
MacAuley made his debut for Donegal in 2007, and quickly established himself as a key player for the county. He was a member of the Donegal team that won the Ulster Senior Football Championship in 2011, and was named the Ulster Footballer of the Year that same year.
MacAuley played in the 2012 All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Final, which Donegal won by defeating Mayo. He was named the Man of the Match in that game, and was later awarded an All Star Award for his performances during the championship.
In 2014, MacAuley helped Donegal retain their All-Ireland title by defeating Kerry in the final. He was again named the Man of the Match in the final, and was awarded a second All Star Award.
MacAuley is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions. He is primarily a midfielder, but can also play as a forward or a defender. He is known for his strength, athleticism, and skill, and is considered one of the best Gaelic footballers in Ireland.
In addition to his Gaelic football career, MacAuley is also a qualified accountant. He works as a financial controller for a company in Dublin. He is also a member of the Gaelic Players Association (GPA), and is involved in a number of GPA initiatives.
Michael Darragh MacAuley is a role model for young people in Ireland. He is a talented Gaelic footballer, a successful businessman, and a dedicated family man. He is an inspiration to many, and is sure to continue to achieve great things in both his personal and professional life.