Shelbourne appoints John Russell as new head coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 12:23 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Shelbourne has appointed John Russell as their new head coach on a long-term contract. Russell, formerly Sligo Rovers manager, replaces Joey O'Brien, who was sacked in June. Russell has been with Sligo Rovers for four years and guided them through two rounds of UEFA Europa Conference League qualifying. Shelbourne is set to face either Linfield or Nomme Kalju in Conference League qualifiers on July 23, with Nomme Kalju currently holding a 1-0 advantage. Russell expressed excitement about the new role and the expectations that come with it.
- •John Russell signs a long-term contract with Shelbourne.
- •He replaces Joey O'Brien, who was sacked in June.
- •Russell previously managed Sligo Rovers for four years.
- •Shelbourne faces qualifiers against either Linfield or Nomme Kalju on July 23.
- •Nomme Kalju leads 1-0 going into the second leg.
- 12:23 PMYahoo Sports — Shelbourne appoint Russell after Healy links
"Shelbourne announce that Sligo Rovers manager John Russell has signed a long-term contract to become their new head coach.
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