Donal O'Brien (born 6 May 1968) is an Irish former footballer.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 6 May 1968 | ||
| Place of birth | Donaghmede, Republic of Ireland | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1990–1994 | Derry City | ||
| 1993 | → Wollongong 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 edit
O'Brien was born in 1968 in the Donaghmede, where he grew up.[1]
Career edit
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 edit
O'Brien mainly operated as a striker. He was described as a "robust striker".[2]
Personal life edit
After retiring from professional football, O'Brien worked as a youth worker. He has lived in the United States.[3]
References edit
- ^ "Donal O'Brien: I had plenty of clubs but I always came back to Derry City". belfasttelegraph.co.uk.
- ^ "LOI Ex Files: Donal O'Brien".
- ^ "Donal puts the record straight". Belfast News Letter.