Shane McEleney

Shane McEleney (born 31 January 1991) is an Irish former professional footballer who played as a centre back and a coach, currently interim assistant manager of League of Ireland First Division club Finn Harps.

Playing career Derry City McEleney signed his first professional contract under manager Stephen Kenny in 2010. He won 3 trophies with his home town club alongside his brother Patrick McEleney.

Ottawa Fury In December 2016, McEleney signed with Ottawa Fury FC in the United Soccer League.

Larne McEleney joined Larne in January 2018 and helped the club to the 2018/19 Championship title, playing on the right of a back three.

Finn Harps On 10 January 2020, McEleney made a return to the League of Ireland, signing for Finn Harps.

Coaching career On 29 July 2026, McEleney was named as interim assistant manager of League of Ireland First Division club Finn Harps until the end of the season, working under his brother Patrick who was appointed interim manager.

Honours Derry City League of Ireland First Division (1): 2010 League of Ireland Cup (1): 2011 FAI Cup (2): 2012, 2022 President of Ireland's Cup: 2023

St Patrick's Athletic League of Ireland Cup (2): 2015, 2016

Larne NIFL Championship (1): 2018–19