Simplify the following text for a Grade 4 native English-speaking person.
Original: Steven John Reid ( born 10 March 1981 ) is an English-born Irish footballer who plays for West Bromwich Albion as a defender , but played most of his career in midfield .
Simplified: Steven Reid ( born 10 March 1981 ) is an Irish football player . He plays for West Bromwich Albion .