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Daily Record
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Caolan Boyd-Munce opens up on St Mirren love affair after Wycombe switch
The Northern Irishman admits he'll never forget the affection shown to him by the black-and-white army. BY KYLE GUNN Caolan Boyd-Munce says he had 'goosebumps' the first time he heard the black-and-white army sing his name as he revealed his love for St Mirren. The Northern Irish midfielder who arrived at the SMiSA Stadium in March 2023 is very different to the man who departed Paisley at the end of the season – both on the pitch and off it. During his time at Greenhill Road, he became a fully-fledged international and, more importantly, a father to 10-month old son Roux. And Boyd-Munce, who has signed for Sky Bet League One side Wycombe Wanderers, still recalls how he was serenaded for the first time in front of his family. He told the Paisley Daily Express: 'It was Hibs away and I was taking a corner and, in the song, I heard my name for the first time and the goosebumps I got. The feeling that runs down in the back of your neck and the family hearing it was amazing. 'So, things like that will always stick with me and I've loved every part of it. I've loved playing in front of them and I'll never ever have a bad word or a bad memory. 'For me, it was more about football than me, with my son being born. So, it's always got that wee bit of an attachment to me now. This is a birthplace of my son. 'This is nearly his home. I think it's been more about things like that than just the football. But I've absolutely loved it. I genuinely can't say a bad word about all the people there.' Boyd-Munce played a major role in the last two seasons in helping Saints make the Premiership top six under boss Stephen Robinson. He believes that his fellow countryman leading the Buddies to these heights now means the club should be seen as more than just a stepping stone to better things. The 25-year-old continued: 'People cannot say it was lucky or a fluke, but they can use external factors to say, 'yeah, this is why they got it'. But three years in a row, I think people can now kind of look at St Mirren as more than a platform. 'Of course, players in their career at different stages will look at that and think, 'yes, I can gain this amount of experience or I can gain this from going to St Mirren'. 'And for the gaffer and his staff to do what they've done three years on the bounce is incredible.' Boyd-Munce also revealed that he had conversations to remain with the club – and certainly didn't part on bad terms with Saints. And he credits that to the way Robbo runs an open-door policy with the squad. He said: 'Because we were so close, it was never an awkward conversation to have. It was never a concern to have conversations like that. 'And that's not just me. It's not just me and the gaffer; all the players and all the staff are together. It is an open changing room. I think that's why it works so well. 'Even when I hadn't made my mind up, because I hadn't, I went in and said, 'just get past a certain stage in the season and we'll discuss it'. 'So, as soon as we got towards the end of top six, we then obviously had discussions about it and I just kind of was honest with them and told them that I'm thinking about looking at my options back down in England or abroad and seeing what's out there.'
Daily Record
26-05-2025
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- Daily Record
Caolan Boyd-Munce says time at St Mirren has been 'special'
The Northern Irish international says the club will always be in his heart as he heads for pastures new Caolan Boyd-Munce admits St Mirren gave him 'more than a platform' to showcase his ability. The Northern Irish international is leaving the club this month and said farewell to the black-and-white army on the final day of the Premiership season at champions Celtic. Although a new deal had been made to Boyd-Munce – with Saints manager Stephen Robinson calling it the club's 'very best offer' – the midfielder is on the move but hopes to have left happy memories with the fans. Despite it still being a 'touchy' subject for him to open up about, Boyd-Munce admitted thehttps:// had a special place in his heart after he and partner Joanne became parents to baby son Roux. 'It is a very special place,' he told club media. 'My son was born here and we have grown as a family here. I have grown as a person here. 'There are people who are very close to me and who will always be close to me. 'I've loved every minute of it and I hope people have special memories of the time I've been here. 'It has given me more than a platform. I think it is unfair for people to use it just for a platform. 'We have shown the quality we have in the team and the club, and that goes for the staff on the pitch and off the pitch. 'The club can go further than what they think and I just hope that people realise that.' At Saints' annual awards dinner, which was held at the Ingliston Estate and Country Club, the 25-year-old won the goal of the season accolade for the second successive season after his injury-time winner against Rangers in December. Although it was Boyd-Munce picking up the award, he dedicated the goal to his team-mates Jonah Ayunga and Evan Mooney for making the moment possible. 'Oh aye,' he replied when taken back to that famous night. 'But you have got to mention the quality from Jonah to win it in the first place, and the set from Evan. 'Of course, I won the award for it but it wasn't just me – you have to mention the other boys around it, too. 'You need to look at the work behind the team, the quality and the precision behind it before you can give it to me.'
The Herald Scotland
23-05-2025
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- The Herald Scotland
The 'unfair' St Mirren narrative Caolan Boyd-Munce will dispel
Caolan Boyd-Munce pitched up at St Mirren as a 23-year-old with just 14 first-team appearances. Arriving as a free agent after leaving Middlesbrough, the midfielder was quickly branded as a project signing with a short-term deal agreed. So convinced was Boyd-Munce of St Mirren being the right venture for himself that he called his parent after his first day in the building to inform them he would be making a move to Paisley. The Northern Irishman wasn't short of offers but had been left with some doubt at other clubs before instantly appreciating the opportunity to work under Stephen Robinson. In many ways, St Mirren were a great platform for Boyd-Munce to prove himself after limited game time in England, following his move across the water from Glentoran. There's no shame in the suggestion St Mirren offers players an opportunity to perform and put themself in the shop window for a big move, but Boyd-Munce is keen to help dispel the suggestion that's all on offer in Paisley. "I think it has given me more than a platform," he said. "I think it's unfair for people to use it just as a platform. "I think we have shown with the quality we have in the team, within the club, and that goes for the staff on the pitch and off the pitch, that the club can go further than what people think. "I just hope people start to realise that. It's been really important for me and really special." Boyd-Munce will undoubtedly go on to achieve big things in his footballing career, starting with a free transfer move this summer. Recently named in the Northern Ireland squad, there is no reason to believe he won't continue on an upward trajectory. Crucially, though, Boyd-Munce is a shining example of how St Mirren can develop players on and off the park. Forget his paltry appearance count when he arrived, the midfielder now leaves with 68 Scottish Premiership outings and European football on his resume. Beyond that, and more pertinent to those considering a switch to Scotland, Boyd-Munce has experienced a transformational period at St Mirren. Partner Joanne gave birth to their firstborn, baby boy Roux, in September. "Yeah, it's still a touchy one," said Boyd-Munce asked about his time at St Mirren coming to an end. "It is a very special place. "My son was born here, we've grown as a family here, I've grown as a person here and there are people who will always be very close to me. "I have loved every minute of it and I hope people have very special memories as well from the time I have been here." Read more: Every summer comes the constant battle for St Mirren to punch above their weight in the transfer window and compete with English clubs, offering vast sums of money, for talented footballers. Boyd-Munce's testimony of how his life has been changed for the better through his time in Scotland will actively impact the decision-making of prospective signings. That's worth as much as any transfer fee. Boyd-Munce's partner, Joanne, too, spoke of her enjoyment of life in Scotland. "The end of an era for us," a social media post read. "A really special place for me and Caolan from seeing him enjoy football again and get that shine back, finding out we were having a baby here and our son being born in Glasgow, will always hold a special place in my heart Proud of you @boyd_munce." Consider Boyd Munce's approach to transfer interest in him at the start of last season.
Irish Independent
22-05-2025
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- Irish Independent
Former Ireland youth international Roland Idowu seals permanent move to St Mirren after successful loan spell
Middlesbrough goalkeeper Hemming returned to Paisley for a second loan spell in January and helped Saints to a third consecutive top-six finish in the William Hill Premiership. Alebiosu also arrived in January from Belgian side Kortrijk. Irish attacker Idowu, who netted four goals in 34 appearances on a season-long loan from Shrewsbury, joined the Buddies permanently on Thursday. In an end-of-season squad update issued before Idowu's move was confirmed, St Mirren said: 'Ryan Alebiosu, Zach Hemming and Roland Idowu all return to their respective parent clubs following the expiry of their loan deals. 'Discussions are ongoing with all three players' parent clubs as we look to bring them back to the club for next season. 'The club is continuing the hard work behind the scenes to add to the core of players already under contract for next season.' Saints have triggered their obligation to buy Killian Phillips from Crystal Palace after an impressive loan spell for the midfielder. 'The 23-year-old, who has just received his first call up for Republic of Ireland, will be under contract until summer 2026,' the statement said. 'The club also holds a year option to extend the deal until summer 2027. Dennis Adeniran, Caolan Boyd-Munce, Elvis Bwomono, Owen Foster, Gallagher Lennon and Richard Taylor will move on following the end of their contracts. Taylor and Boyd-Munce have been key players this season but the club could not deliver contract offers to match alternative options. Midfielder Boyd-Munce said in a club video: 'It's a very special place. My son was born here, we grew as a family here, and as a person. There are people here who will always be very close to me and I've loved every minute.'
BBC News
14-04-2025
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- BBC News
Buddies duo in TOTW
St Mirren's dramatic late win against Ross County secured their third successive top-six finish in the Scottish Ayunga: Played his part again for St Mirren on a memorable afternoon in Paisley with a goal and an Boyd-Munce: An assist and a goal. Consistently impressive in the St Mirren success story.
