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Colin McKendry elected president of the Irish FA

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 8:11 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Colin McKendry elected president of the Irish FA
Summary

Colin McKendry has been elected as the new president of the Irish Football Association, winning against Neil Jardine by 24 votes to 16. McKendry previously served as chairman of the Irish Premiership club Coleraine, where he completed a 16-year tenure on the board. He replaces Conrad Kirkwood, who held the presidency for five years. McKendry led Coleraine to an Irish Cup title in 2018 and a League Cup title in 2020.

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  • •McKendry earned 24 votes, Jardine received 16.
  • •He was previously chairman of Coleraine FC.
  • •McKendry replaces Conrad Kirkwood as president.
  • •Coleraine won the Irish Cup and League Cup under McKendry.
  • •His election took place on June 22, 2026.
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  • 8:11 PMYahoo Sports — McKendry elected as president of Irish FA
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Colin McKendry is elected as the new president of the Irish Football Association, as he replaces Conrad Kirkwood in the role.

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