O’Brien had been manager since June 2025.
Shelbourne have parted ways with manager Joey O'Brien.
The former Republic of Ireland international took over last year, following the departure of Damien Duff.
He was involved in Duff's backroom staff when the Reds won the league in 2024, and led the club to the Europa Conference League group stage last season.
In a statement released today the club show their appreciation for O'Brien's contribution during his time:
Shelbourne FC can confirm the departure of head coach Joey O’Brien from the club. The club wishes to place on record our sincere appreciation for Joey’s contribution during his time at Tolka Park.
Having arrived first as assistant manager in the winter of 2021, Joey played a pivotal role as the Reds returned to life in the Premier Division finishing seventh in the first season while reaching the FAI Cup final. In 2023, a fourth placed finish saw the Reds return to European football. The following season he helped guide Shels to the League of Ireland title, an achievement that will live long in the heart of every Shels fan.
Having taken on the role of head coach in June 2025, O’Brien guided the Reds to the league phase of the UEFA Conference League and a third place finish in the League of Ireland.
All involved with Shels thank Joey for the huge contribution he has made to the club and wish him the very best for his future endeavours.
Reds U20s head coach Lorcan Fitzgerald will take interim charge of the team while the process to appoint a new first team Head Coach is concluded.
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