Joey O'Brien, born on February seventeenth, nineteen eighty-six, is a distinguished Irish football coach and former player, recognized for his versatility on the field as both a full-back and defensive midfielder. Currently, he serves as the head coach of Shelbourne, a prominent club in the League of Ireland Premier Division.
Throughout his playing career, O'Brien showcased his talents with several clubs, including Bolton Wanderers, Sheffield Wednesday, West Ham United, and Shamrock Rovers. His contributions to the sport were further acknowledged when he earned five caps for the Republic of Ireland's senior national team between two thousand six and two thousand twelve.
In two thousand twenty-one, O'Brien transitioned into coaching as the assistant manager of Shelbourne, a role he held until June two thousand twenty-five. Following the resignation of Damien Duff, he stepped up as the interim head coach, and by July two thousand twenty-five, he was appointed to the position on a permanent basis, marking a significant milestone in his coaching career.