Donal O'Brien (footballer)

Donal O'Brien (born 6 May 1968) is an Irish former footballer.

Donal O'Brien
Personal information
Date of birth (1968-05-06) 6 May 1968 (age 56)
Place of birth Donaghmede, Republic of Ireland
Position(s) Midfielder
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1990–1994 Derry City
1993Wollongong Wolves (loan)
1994–1995 Glentoran
1995–1997 Crusaders
1997–1999 Finn Harps
1999–2000 Glenavon
2000–2002 Ards
2002–2003 Finn Harps
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Early life

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O'Brien was born in 1968 in the Donaghmede, where he grew up.[1]

Career

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In 1990, O'Brien signed for Northern Irish side Derry City. In 1993, he was sent on loan to Australian side Wollongong Wolves. In 1994, he signed for Northern Irish side Glentoran. In 1995, he signed for Northern Irish side Crusaders. In 1997, he signed for Irish side Finn Harps. In 1999, he signed for Northern Irish side Glenavon. In 2000, he signed for Northern Irish side Ards. In 2002, he returned to Irish side Finn Harps.

Style of play

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O'Brien mainly operated as a striker.

Personal life

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After retiring from professional football, O'Brien worked as a youth worker. He has lived in the United States.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "Donal O'Brien: I had plenty of clubs but I always came back to Derry City". belfasttelegraph.co.uk.
  2. ^ "Donal puts the record straight". Belfast News Letter. ProQuest 324608370.