About Derek O'Brien
Born 1957. Derek O'Brien is an Irish association football player.
Derek O'Brien (born 11 September 1957) is an Irish retired footballer who played as a right-back in the League of Ireland during the 1980s.
O'Brien played for Bohemians, Dundalk, Shamrock Rovers, Athlone Town, Longford Town and Home Farm. He represented Ireland at youth level and made 28 league appearances for Bohs.
Derek played in all four European games during his time at Oriel Park, in ties against PSV Eindhoven and Hajduk Split.
He signed for Rovers in the 1981 close season where he stayed for two seasons.
He is the brother of Fran O'Brien and Ray O'Brien, son of Fran O'Brien Senior, (Drumcondra F.C.) and father of Mark and Colin.
Honours FAI Cup Dundalk
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Who is Derek O'Brien?
Irish footballer
When was Derek O'Brien born?
Derek O'Brien was born on 11 September 1957 in Dublin.
What is Derek O'Brien's occupation?
Derek O'Brien is an association football player.
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Derek O'Brien is Irish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Derek O'Brien (footballer, born 1957)
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