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Ryan Stuart Clayton Inniss (born 5 June 1995) is an English professional footballer who plays as a centre back for National League club Forest Green Rovers.

Key Information

An England under-16 and under-17 international, he turned professional at Crystal Palace in 2011. He had a number of loan spells at Cheltenham Town, Luton Town, Gillingham, Yeovil Town, Port Vale, Southend United, Colchester United, Dundee and Newport County. He joined Charlton Athletic on a free transfer in October 2020, where he would make 72 appearances in close to three seasons. He signed with Forest Green Rovers in June 2023.

Club career

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Crystal Palace

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Inniss joined the Crystal Palace youth academy at the age of 14 and signed his first professional contract two years later.[5] He captained the club's youth team during the 2012–13 season.[6]

Cheltenham Town loan

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Inniss joined League Two side Cheltenham Town on 1 August 2013 on a month-long loan;[7] this was later extended for a further month.[8] "Robins" manager Mark Yates said that Inniss had "been on our radar for six months now".[7] Standing in for the injured Troy Brown, Inniss made his professional debut on 27 August 2013 in Cheltenham's 2–1 League Cup defeat against West Ham United. He impressed despite suffering a facial injury.[9] He made his first appearance in the English Football League four days later against Bury.[10] On 13 September 2013, Inniss had his loan spell at Cheltenham terminated due to injury.[11] After recovering, he was an unused substitute for Crystal Palace in a 3–1 loss to Liverpool in the Premier League on 5 October 2013.[12]

Luton Town loan

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On 10 January 2014, Inniss joined Conference Premier leaders Luton Town on a one-month loan, having been a "number one target" for "Hatters" manager John Still.[6][13] He scored with his first touch five minutes into his Luton debut in a 2–2 FA Trophy draw with Cambridge United.[14] He returned to Crystal Palace after playing in three matches for the club.[15] On 14 February 2014, he joined League One side Gillingham on a loan deal lasting until the end of the season,[16] making his debut against Sheffield United in a 1–0 defeat. He picked up an injury in the game, which limited him to just two further appearances for the "Gills".[17]

Yeovil Town loan

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On 16 October 2014, Inniss joined Yeovil Town on a one-month loan deal,[18] later extended until 20 December 2014.[19] "Glovers" manager Gary Johnson had signed him on the recommendation of Tony Pulis.[18] On 29 November, he was sent off for the first time in his career for a two-footed challenge on Kyel Reid in a 2–0 defeat by Preston North End at Huish Park.[20] On 6 January 2015, Inniss returned to Crystal Palace after being recalled from his loan spell at Yeovil having made six appearances.[21]

Port Vale loan

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On 12 February 2015, Inniss joined Port Vale on a one-month loan deal.[22] He made his debut two days later, helping the "Valiants" to keep their first clean sheet in three months with a 1–0 win over Walsall.[23] He collected five yellow cards in five starts during his stay at Vale Park, helping the team to concede just two goals whilst he was on the pitch, but his loan spell was not extended as he damaged his ankle ligaments during his final appearance.[24]

After being linked with a return to Burslem for many weeks, his arrival on loan at Port Vale for the entirety of the 2015–16 season was confirmed on 27 July.[25] He started the 2015–16 season competing with Remie Streete and Richard Duffy for one of two available centre-back places.[26] He was in good form at the start of the campaign, and also managed to significantly improve his disciplinary record.[27] He dislocated his shoulder in September and returned to Selhurst Park for treatment, though his loan deal to Port Vale remained active.[28] He returned to Vale shortly after Christmas.[29] However, he picked up a hamstring injury in a home draw with Coventry City on 7 February, and was ruled out of action for three weeks.[30] He returned to Crystal Palace after a re-occurrence of his hamstring injury in a defeat to Barnsley on 28 March.[31] Page described him as "the unluckiest player I think I have ever met with injuries".[32]

Southend United loan

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On 31 August 2016, he joined League One side Southend United on loan for the rest of the 2016–17 season.[33] He had a difficult start to the campaign, and after returning to Southend following his release from prison he went on to dislocate his shoulder in an FA Cup defeat to Millwall, and was ruled out of action for three months following surgery.[34] On 25 February, he was sent off for two yellow card offences in a 2–1 loss at Gillingham, though manager Phil Brown strongly criticised the decision and said it was "unbelievable refereeing".[35] On 4 April, he dislocated his shoulder for the second time of the season in a 1–0 defeat to Bolton Wanderers at Roots Hall.[36]

Colchester United loan

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On 31 August 2017, he joined League Two side Colchester United on loan for the rest of the 2017–18 season.[37] He made his Colchester debut in a 3–1 win over Crawley Town at the Colchester Community Stadium on 9 September.[38] He made 19 appearances for John McGreal's "U's" across the 2017–18 season and was named in the EFL team of the week for his performance in a 1–0 win at Barnet on 11 November.[39][40]

Crystal Palace debut and Dundee loan

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Inniss made his Crystal Palace debut on 28 August 2018, playing in the entirety of the club's 1–0 win at Swansea City in the EFL Cup.[41] He admitted his "surprise" at finally making his senior debut for the club and said "I can only thank those people at the club who have helped me off the field through some tough times".[42] However, manager Roy Hodgson did not name him in his 25-man Premier League squad,[43] and three days later he joined Scottish Premiership side Dundee on loan until the end of the 2018–19 season.[44] He started the season in the "Dens" starting eleven but fell out of the first-team picture after Jim McIntyre replaced Neil McCann as the manager in October.[45] He did manage to force his way back into the team in January, alongside Genséric Kusunga, after Darren O'Dea was suspended and Andrew Davies picked up an injury.[46] However, his loan at Dens Park was ended early on 31 January, with Inniss returning to Palace having played 13 games for Dundee.[47]

Newport County loan

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On 23 August 2019, Inniss joined League Two side Newport County on loan until the end of the 2019–20 season.[48] On 31 August, he was praised[49] for his debut for Newport, being named in the starting line up and playing a positive role[49] in the 2–0 League Two win against Forest Green Rovers.[50] His second appearance for Newport was as a 59th-minute substitute in the EFL Trophy 5–4 defeat against West Ham United U21s on 4 September, in which he was sent off for allegedly biting 18-year-old Reece Hannam.[51][52] This was the second red received by Inniss during his career. Newport manager Michael Flynn stated after the match that if the accusation was true, it was "inexcusable and I will not be fighting his corner".[53] On 6 September, Inniss was charged with violent conduct by the FA. Inniss was available and played in Newport's next League Two fixture the following day, a 1–0 win against Port Vale.[54] He was subsequently suspended for five matches.[55] He scored his first goal for Newport in a 2–1 win over Bradford City at Rodney Parade on 22 February; he was also named on the EFL team of the week.[56][57] However, he received his second red card of the season for a two-footed challenge on Joshua Kayode in a 2–0 defeat at Carlisle United on 10 March.[58]

Charlton Athletic

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On 13 October 2020, Inniss joined League One club Charlton Athletic on a two-year deal; "Addicks" chairman Thomas Sandgaard said that "Ryan is a player that [director of football] Steve Gallen has been following for a very long time and he fits in with what [manager] Lee [Bowyer] and Steve are trying to do".[59] He was sent off for receiving two yellow cards in a 2–0 win over Oxford United at The Valley on 27 October.[60] The following month he injured a quad muscle in training and was sidelined for the next five months.[61] Speaking in April, new manager Nigel Adkins said that the defender's long-standing injury record would be addressed.[62] Inniss scored his first goal for the club on 4 May, in a 3–1 win against Lincoln City.[63]

A thigh issue caused him to be sidelined from late August until Christmas in 2021.[64] On 5 April 2022, he was shown a straight red card for a reckless challenge on AFC Wimbledon midfielder George Marsh just seven minutes after entering the game as a substitute.[65] Manager Johnnie Jackson said that Inniss had made "a bad mistake" but stressed that it would not effect the decision whether or not to extend his contract in the summer.[66] Later that month he was recognised for his charity work as League One's 2022 PFA Player in the Community.[67] Despite featuring just 17 times in the 2021–22 campaign, his contract was extended by a further year.[68][69] He made 38 starts and three substitute appearances in the 2022–23 season, receiving four red cards, though one was rescinded on appeal; his disciplinary record meant that he was suspended for a total of five games following his third non-rescinded red card.[70][71] On 13 May 2023, it was announced that Inniss would leave the club when his contract expired in June.[72]

Forest Green Rovers

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On 16 June 2023, Inniss joined recently-relegated League Two club Forest Green Rovers, where manager Duncan Ferguson said "he's the type of player and profile I feel we need".[73] Inniss suffered a suffered a stress fracture in October and was sidelined for 12 weeks.[74] On 6 January, he was sent off after giving away a stoppage-time penalty in a 2–2 draw at Salford City.[75] On 24 February, he was sent off for a late foul on Connor Jennings in a 1–0 win over Tranmere Rovers at The New Lawn.[76] He played 38 games in the 2023–24 campaign despite injury and suspensions as the club were relegated back into non-League football.[77][78]

Rovers were top of the National League when Inniss was sent off against Woking on 26 October, which ended in a 1–1 draw and saw them drop to second place.[79] He was named as the club's Player of the Month for January after scoring two goals and providing one assist.[80] He scored six goals in 47 appearances during the 2024–25 campaign,[81] including the opening goal of the play-off semi-final defeat to Southend United.[82]

Inniss pulled a calf muscle in December 2025 and was ruled out of action for six weeks.[83]

International career

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Inniss has represented England at under-16 and under-17 level, scoring the winning goal in England U16's 2–1 Victory Shield win over Scotland U16 in 2011.[84] He is also eligible to represent Trinidad and Tobago at international level, through his Trinidadian-born father.[85] He was called up by head coach Dwight Yorke in November 2025.[86]

Style of play

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A vocal player, Cheltenham Town centre-back partner Steve Elliott described him as "a typical modern-day centre-half: tall, athletic and aggressive".[9] He has struggled with various injuries throughout his career.[87]

Personal life

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Inniss had a troubled childhood, as his mother's drug dependency and his father's imprisonment left him to raise his two younger siblings as a teenager.[88] He has three police cautions: one for a public order offence in 2011, one for common assault in August 2015 and one for being drunk and disorderly and resisting a police constable in March 2015.[88] On 9 September 2016, Inniss pleaded guilty to assault following an incident in a bar four months earlier; he was sentenced to 14 weeks in prison.[89] He was released three days later after successfully appealing his sentence, which was suspended for 18 months; he was also handed 240 hours unpaid work, a £300 fine, and ordered to take part in a 20-day alcohol rehabilitation course.[90]

Career statistics

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As of match played 11 November 2025
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League FA Cup League Cup Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Crystal Palace 2013–14[91] Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 — 0 0
2014–15[92] Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 — 0 0
2015–16[93] Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 — 0 0
2016–17[94] Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 — 0 0
2017–18[95] Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 — 0 0
2018–19[96] Premier League 0 0 0 0 1 0 — 1 0
2019–20[97] Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 — 0 0
2020–21[98] Premier League 0 0 0 0 1 0 — 1 0
Total 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 2 0
Cheltenham Town (loan) 2013–14[91] League Two 2 0 0 0 1 0 1[a] 0 4 0
Luton Town (loan) 2013–14[91] Conference Premier 1 0 0 0 — 2[b] 1 3 1
Gillingham (loan) 2013–14[91] League One 3 0 — — — 3 0
Yeovil Town (loan) 2014–15[92] League One 6 0 0 0 — — 6 0
Port Vale (loan) 2014–15[92] League One 5 0 — — — 5 0
2015–16[93] League One 15 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 17 0
Total 20 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 22 0
Southend United (loan) 2016–17[94] League One 10 0 1 0 — 1[a] 0 12 0
Colchester United (loan) 2017–18[95] League Two 18 0 1 0 — 0 0 19 0
Dundee (loan) 2018–19[96] Scottish Premiership 11 0 2 0 — — 13 0
Newport County (loan) 2019–20[97] League Two 22 1 3 0 0 0 4[a] 0 29 1
Charlton Athletic 2020–21[98] League One 13 1 1 0 — 0 0 14 1
2021–22[68] League One 15 1 1 0 0 0 1[a] 0 17 1
2022–23[70] League One 36 2 1 0 4 0 0 0 41 2
Total 64 4 3 0 4 0 1 0 72 4
Forest Green Rovers 2023–24[77] League Two 36 0 1 0 0 0 1[a] 0 38 0
2024–25[81] National League 41 5 1 0 — 5[c] 1 47 6
2025–26[81] National League 16 1 1 0 — 3[d] 0 20 1
Total 93 6 3 0 0 0 9 1 105 7
Career total 250 11 13 0 9 0 18 2 290 13
  1. ^ a b c d e Appearance in the Football League Trophy / EFL Trophy
  2. ^ Appearances in the FA Trophy
  3. ^ Two appearances in the FA Trophy, two appearances in the National League Cup, one appearance and one goal in the National League play-offs
  4. ^ Three appearances in the National League Cup

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Ryan Inniss (born 5 June 1995) is an English professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Rovers in the National League. Standing at 1.97 metres (6 ft 6 in) tall, he is known for his physical presence in defence and is eligible to represent through his father's citizenship, having received his first senior call-up in November 2025. Inniss began his professional career with , joining their youth academy and signing his first professional contract in 2011 at age 16. He captained the club's under-18 side and earned call-ups to the under-16 and under-17 national teams, making a total of 13 appearances across those levels. Between 2014 and 2020, while under contract with Palace, Inniss gained experience through nine loan spells to lower-league clubs, including Cheltenham Town, Luton Town, Port Vale, Southend United, Gillingham, Yeovil Town, Newport County, , and Colchester United, where he accumulated over 80 senior appearances. In October 2020, following his release from , Inniss joined Charlton Athletic on a free transfer, signing a two-year deal that was later extended. During his three seasons with the club in , he made 72 appearances and contributed to community initiatives, earning the PFA League One Community Player of the Year award in 2022. He transferred to Rovers on a free transfer in July 2023, signing a three-year , and has since become a regular starter in the team's defence amid their efforts to return to the EFL.

Early life

Upbringing in Penge

Ryan Inniss was born on 5 June 1995 in , a district within the London Borough of Bromley in southeast England. originated as a rural hamlet in the Great North Wood but underwent rapid urbanization in the , becoming a commuter with Victorian terraces and a working-class demographic following the arrival of the railway and the relocation of in 1854. The area, characterized by modest stock including social rentals and a diverse , reflected the socio-economic realities of many southeast suburbs, with notable deprivation in dimensions such as and . Inniss's early years were overshadowed by a turbulent home environment, stemming from his mother's drug dependency and his father's . From a young age, these issues placed the burden of raising his two younger siblings squarely on Inniss's shoulders, fostering a sense of responsibility amid familial . This challenging upbringing in Penge's community-oriented yet resource-constrained setting later found a positive outlet in youth football.

Youth football development

Inniss was discovered playing for Seymour Villa and progressed through Palace Guard and Fisher Athletic before joining Crystal Palace's youth at the age of 14 in 2009, marking his formal introduction to structured football . Initially scouted for his potential as a centre-back, he quickly impressed coaches with his physical attributes and defensive instincts during early sessions focused on technical skills, positional awareness, and fitness conditioning. Throughout his academy years, Inniss experienced significant physical growth, standing at approximately 6 feet 5 inches by age 15, which enhanced his commanding presence in defense and contributed to his rapid progression through the youth ranks. This development, combined with his maturity on the ball, positioned him as a standout prospect in Crystal Palace's system, emphasizing aerial dominance and ball-playing capabilities from the back. In 2011, at the age of 16, Inniss signed his first professional contract with , securing his commitment to the club and transitioning from youth trainee to full-time professional. He was appointed captain of the youth team during his time in the , where he led the squad in competitive fixtures, demonstrating leadership qualities that solidified his reputation within the .

Club career

Crystal Palace (2011–2020)

Ryan Inniss joined the youth academy at the age of 14 in 2009 and signed his first professional contract with the club in 2011. During his time in the youth setup, he captained Palace's under-18 team, showcasing leadership qualities as a centre-back. Inniss extended his contract in July 2015 for a further three years, committing to the club until 2018 amid his development in the under-21 side. To gain senior experience, Inniss embarked on a series of loan spells from 2013 onward, totaling nine moves across lower-league English clubs and one in . These loans were crucial for his maturation, as Palace's established defensive depth limited first-team opportunities at . His debut loan came in August 2013 to League Two side Cheltenham Town for one month, where he made two appearances in league play. Later that season, he joined Conference Premier club Luton Town in January 2014 for the remainder of the campaign, featuring in one match and scoring his first senior goal with a headed equalizer in an tie against Cambridge United. Inniss's loans continued into the 2014–15 season, starting with a short stint at League One's Gillingham from February 2014, where he appeared three times. He then moved to Yeovil Town in October 2014 on a youth loan until January 2015, making six league outings. His most extensive early loan was to Port Vale in February 2015, initially for one month but extended to the end of the 2015–16 season, during which he accumulated 20 league appearances across two campaigns. Subsequent loans provided further exposure in League One and Two. In September 2016, Inniss signed with Southend United until January 2017, recording 10 league appearances. The following season, he spent the second half at Colchester United from January 2018, contributing 18 appearances in League Two. In August 2018, shortly after his Palace debut, he joined club on a season-long loan, but it was curtailed in January 2019 after 11 league games. His final Palace-affiliated loan was to League Two's Newport County from August 2019 to June 2020, where he made 22 league appearances and scored once. Inniss made his sole first-team appearance for on 28 August 2018, starting and playing the full 90 minutes in a 1–0 second-round victory over Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium. This debut came after years of loans, hampered by the club's competitive backline and occasional injury setbacks that affected his availability. Overall, his senior statistics at Palace remained limited to that one outing, with no goals or assists recorded. Following the expiry of his contract in the summer of 2020, Inniss transferred permanently to Charlton Athletic on 13 October 2020, signing a two-year deal with an option for an additional year.
Loan ClubSeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoals
Cheltenham Town2013–14League Two20
Luton Town2013–14Conference Premier / 11
Gillingham2013–14League One30
Yeovil Town2014–15League One60
Port Vale2014–16League One200
Southend United2016–17League One100
Colchester United2017–18League Two180
2018–19Scottish Premiership110
Newport County2019–20League Two221
Note: Table reflects league appearances unless otherwise specified; cup matches included where goal scored.

Charlton Athletic (2020–2023)

Inniss joined Charlton Athletic on 13 October 2020, signing a two-year contract with an option for a third year after transferring on a free from . His previous loan experiences at lower-tier clubs aided his adaptation to League One football, where he quickly established himself as a commanding centre-back. In the 2020–21 season, Inniss made his debut shortly after signing and featured in 13 league matches, scoring his first goal for the club on 4 May 2021 in a 3–1 victory over Lincoln City. He formed an early defensive partnership with , contributing to a more solid backline as Charlton aimed for promotion. A standout performance came in April 2021 against Doncaster Rovers, where Inniss delivered a man-of-the-match display upon his return from injury, helping secure a 1–0 win with strong aerial dominance and tackles. The 2021–22 campaign saw Inniss build on his progress despite limiting him to 15 league appearances and one goal, scored in a 1–1 draw with . When fit, he showed improved composure and distribution, often partnering with club captain to anchor the defense during a mid-table season. His community involvement also stood out, earning him the League One PFA Player in the Award for 2022. Inniss enjoyed his most consistent spell in 2022–23, starting 36 league matches and contributing two goals alongside two assists, helping Charlton to a 10th-place finish. He demonstrated leadership in defensive organization, frequently winning aerial battles—highlighted by a League One-record 19 duels won in a single match against —and forming reliable partnerships with players like Famewo and Pearce. Notable contributions included a last-ditch tackle in a February 2022 victory over and goals that added attacking threat from set pieces. Across all competitions during his Charlton tenure, he made 73 appearances and scored 4 goals. Inniss departed Charlton on 13 May 2023 by mutual consent as his contract expired, coinciding with squad changes under new manager and a club restructuring.

Forest Green Rovers (2023–present)

Inniss joined Rovers on 16 June 2023, signing a two-year contract as a following his release from Charlton Athletic and the club's relegation from League Two to the National League. As a 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) centre-back, he was brought in to bolster the defense and provide leadership experience from his time in League One. During the 2023–24 season in League Two, Inniss adapted quickly to the squad despite the team's struggles, making 38 appearances across all competitions amid injuries and suspensions that limited his consistency. finished 24th and were relegated back to the National League, but Inniss's physical presence helped stabilize the backline in several matches. In the 2024–25 National League campaign, Inniss emerged as a key performer, featuring in 42 appearances and scoring 6 goals, including a crucial equalizer in the play-off semi-final against Southend United on 21 May 2025, though lost 4–2 on penalties after a 2–2 draw. His goal-scoring uptick highlighted his growing attacking threat from set pieces, aiding the team's third-place finish and qualification for the promotion play-offs. As of November 2025 in the 2025–26 National League season, Inniss has made 17 appearances, scoring 1 goal. Serving as a defensive leader and occasional captain, his aerial dominance has been instrumental in Forest Green's strong start, positioning them as promotion contenders. Inniss was retained under contract for the 2025–26 season.

International career

England youth teams

Born in Penge, London, Inniss was eligible to represent at international youth level due to his birthplace. He earned call-ups to the under-16 and under-17 teams based on his performances in Crystal Palace's youth academy. At under-16 level, Inniss made five appearances in 2011, scoring one goal. His highlight came in the , where he netted the winner in a 2–1 victory over on 28 March 2011 at Globe Arena in . Inniss progressed to the under-17 team, accumulating eight appearances across 2011 and 2012, with no goals. These included seven friendlies—such as wins over (1–0) and the (2–0)—and two matches in qualifying. Despite his contributions, Inniss did not advance to higher youth levels like under-18 or under-21, as his career shifted toward through club loans starting in 2013.

Senior eligibility for other nations

Ryan Inniss is eligible to represent at the senior international level through his father, who was born in the country. Interest in Inniss for the Soca Warriors dates back to 2015, when reports emerged of a potential call-up during his loan spell at Port Vale, drawing comparisons to Chris Birchall's successful switch from youth teams to 's senior squad for the 2006 . Inniss expressed openness to the opportunity but sought guidance from Birchall to ease the transition. Further discussions surfaced in 2020, with Inniss voicing excitement about joining the national team project under then-coach , though no formal invitation materialized at the time. Despite periodic interest, Inniss has remained uncapped at the senior level for any nation as of November 2025, having prioritized his club career amid an injury-plagued path that included multiple setbacks and suspensions limiting his availability. His earlier experience with England youth teams has not barred a switch under , as no competitive senior matches were played for the Three Lions. In a significant development, Inniss received his first senior call-up to on November 10, 2025, for the qualifier against on November 13, 2025, with his club manager confirming support for the international commitment. The match ended in a 1–1 draw, eliminating from the , though Inniss was named in the squad but did not feature. Inniss's uncapped status leaves open the possibility of a debut in future matches, such as friendlies or subsequent international campaigns.

Playing style

Defensive strengths and attributes

Ryan Inniss excels as a centre-back through his aggressive tackling and skills, often putting in robust challenges to disrupt opposition attacks. His ability to read the game allows him to anticipate plays effectively, enabling timely interventions that prevent scoring opportunities. For instance, during a National League match against York City in September 2025, Inniss executed a remarkable goal-line clearance with his head to deny a certain goal, highlighting his alertness and commitment in the defensive third. Inniss demonstrates strong positioning in the defensive third, maintaining a solid structure that contributes to clean sheets and organized defending. At Charlton Athletic, his presence was pivotal in bolstering the backline during the 2020-21 season, helping the team adopt a more resolute approach that limited goals conceded in key fixtures. From the back, Inniss shows competence in distribution, favoring short passes to maintain possession and build attacks methodically, while also clearing the ball decisively when under pressure. His height of 1.97 meters aids aerial dominance, complementing his ground-based recoveries. Leadership qualities have been evident throughout his career, including captaining Crystal Palace's youth teams and influencing teammates with maturity beyond his years. Early in his professional loans, such as at Port Vale in 2015, manager praised Inniss for "bossing people around" from his first training session and showing experience that rubbed off on others, contributing to consecutive clean sheets. More recently at Forest Green Rovers, he has been noted for marshalling the back line effectively, as seen in a midweek National League performance where his organization helped secure a vital point. These traits underscore his role as a vocal and reliable defender in senior setups.

Physical profile and weaknesses

Ryan Inniss possesses a commanding physical presence as a centre-back, standing at 6 ft 6 in (1.97 m) tall and weighing approximately 83 kg, attributes that significantly enhance his effectiveness in aerial challenges. His stature allows him to dominate set-piece situations and defensive duels. Inniss is right-footed, which complements his athletic build and enables agile recovery in defensive positioning despite his height. Throughout his career, Inniss has been plagued by recurring injuries, particularly affecting his lower body and shoulders, which have hampered his consistency and development. Notable issues include multiple hamstring tears, such as a grade three tear in 2016 that sidelined him for the remainder of a loan spell at Port Vale, as well as knee problems and shoulder dislocations during earlier loans from Crystal Palace. At Charlton Athletic, a quadriceps injury in 2020 kept him out for five months, limiting him to just 13 appearances in the 2020–21 League One season, while a 2023 stress fracture at Forest Green Rovers required up to 12 weeks of recovery. These setbacks delayed his breakthrough at Crystal Palace and frequently interrupted loan opportunities, contributing to an injury-prone reputation early in his professional tenure. Despite these challenges, Inniss has displayed resilience in recent years, maintaining availability for full seasons and adapting to lower leagues. In the 2025–26 National League campaign with Rovers, he has featured in 16 matches (as of November 2025), scoring once and receiving one yellow card. His physicality remains an asset, though occasional lapses in discipline, such as fouls from aggressive challenges, highlight areas for refinement.

Personal life

Early family challenges

Ryan Inniss faced significant family hardships during his early years in , . His mother struggled with drug addiction, which destabilized the home environment and contributed to an overall atmosphere of uncertainty. Inniss contributed to funding his mother's treatment for drug addiction, from which she has since recovered. At the same time, his father was serving a sentence, leaving limited parental guidance and support during this formative period. As a young teenager, Inniss assumed substantial responsibilities within the household, effectively taking on the role of primary caregiver for his two younger siblings amid these parental absences. This burden required him to manage daily needs and provide stability for his siblings, fostering a sense of maturity beyond his years. These early challenges profoundly shaped Inniss's emotional development, instilling resilience and a drive to overcome adversity through personal achievement. The instability at home motivated him to channel his energy into football, where he demonstrated exceptional commitment from a young age, eventually joining Crystal Palace's academy at 14 as a pathway to stability and success. In his youth, Ryan Inniss received three police cautions for minor offenses. The first was for a public order offense in 2011. In 2015, he was cautioned for . Later that year, in December 2015, he received another caution for being drunk and disorderly and resisting a . Inniss's first criminal conviction came in 2016 following an incident at Time nightclub in on May 1, during which he smashed a bottle over the head of George Bryan, leaving the victim covered in blood. He was arrested and pleaded guilty to assault by beating at Bexley Magistrates' Court on September 7, 2016, receiving an initial sentence of 14 weeks in prison. The incident occurred amid a troubled upbringing marked by challenges, contributing to his early off-field issues. Inniss successfully appealed the sentence at on September 12, 2016, where it was quashed and replaced with an 18-month , along with a requirement to complete 240 hours of unpaid work. The brief imprisonment delayed his debut for Southend United, to whom he was on loan from at the time, but he was released in time to return to training and faced no long-term bans from football authorities. No further legal incidents involving Inniss have been reported as of November 2025.

Career statistics

Club statistics

As of 19 November 2025, Ryan Inniss has amassed 263 appearances and scored 12 goals across all club competitions in his professional career. His club statistics are broken down by team as follows:
ClubAppearancesGoals
10
Loan spells (aggregated, all competitions)972
Charlton Athletic714
996
Total26312
The table below details his appearances and goals on a season-by-season basis, encompassing major competitions such as the Premier League, Championship, League One, National League, EFL Cup, FA Cup, and EFL Trophy. Data excludes youth and reserve matches. Loan spells aggregated to 97 appearances and 2 goals across all competitions.
SeasonClubCompetitionAppearancesGoals
2017–18Crystal PalaceEFL Cup10
2014–20Various (loans, all comps)Various972
2020–21Charlton AthleticLeague One201
2020–21Charlton AthleticEFL Cup20
2020–21Charlton AthleticEFL Trophy10
2021–22Charlton AthleticLeague One282
2021–22Charlton AthleticFA Cup20
2021–22Charlton AthleticEFL Cup10
2022–23Charlton AthleticLeague One161
2022–23Charlton AthleticFA Cup10
2022–23Charlton AthleticEFL Trophy00
2023–24Forest Green RoversLeague One353
2023–24Forest Green RoversFA Cup10
2023–24Forest Green RoversEFL Cup10
2023–24Forest Green RoversEFL Trophy20
2024–25Forest Green RoversNational League402
2024–25Forest Green RoversFA Cup30
2024–25Forest Green RoversEFL Trophy10
2025–26Forest Green RoversNational League151
2025–26Forest Green RoversFA Cup10
Total26312
In the 2025–26 National League season, Inniss has recorded 16 appearances and 1 goal for Forest Green Rovers.

International statistics

Ryan Inniss represented at youth international level, accumulating a total of 13 appearances and 1 goal across the under-16 and under-17 teams. His international career began with the England under-16 side in 2011, where he made 5 appearances and scored 1 goal. He progressed to the under-17 team later that year, featuring in 8 matches without scoring during the 2011–12 period. Inniss has no senior international appearances or goals as of November 2025. The following table summarizes his youth international appearances by team and year:
TeamYearAppearancesGoalsCompetitions
England U16201151, friendlies
England U172011–1280 U17 qualifiers, friendlies, U17 Euro
Note: Competitions are representative; exact breakdowns may vary by source. Total: 13 appearances, 1 goal. No senior caps.

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