Mark Connolly named director of football for Derry City
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 10:28 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Mark Connolly has been appointed as the director of football at Derry City following his retirement from playing. Connolly, who captained Derry before joining Coleraine in January, expressed enthusiasm for his new role. The Clones-born defender has experience from clubs including Bolton and Kilmarnock, and he helped Derry win the 2022 FAI Cup. In his new position, Connolly aims to foster a supportive environment for players and staff. Derry City currently holds sixth place in the League of Ireland Premier Division and will face Bohemians on Friday.
- •Connolly retires from playing after a diverse career in professional football.
- •Previously captained Derry City, contributing to their 2022 FAI Cup win.
- •He joins the club amidst a sixth-place standing in the Premier Division.
- •Connolly aims to enhance the developmental environment for players and staff.
- •Derry City is set to host Bohemians on Friday.
- 10:28 AMBBC Sport — Connolly appointed Derry City director of football
"Mark Connolly is appointed Derry City director of football after his decision to call time on his playing career.
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