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Overview
Strengths
- Prolific scorer
- Disciplined
- Defensive stability
- Aerial presence (189 cm)
- Veteran leadership
Key traits
- Few assists
- Left-footed specialist
- Northern Ireland international
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Shane McEleney profile
- Current team
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Ballymena United FC
- Position
- Defender
- Nationality
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Northern Ireland
- Date of birth
- 31 Jan 1991 (35 years)
- Height
- 189 cm
- Preferred foot
- Left
- Short name
- S. McEleney
Shane McEleney match log
| Teams | League | Year | Apps | Starts | Goals | Assists | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ballymena United FC
|
International Club Friendly | 2026 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | — | — |
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Career matches (1)
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About Shane McEleney
Shane McEleney is a 35-year-old Northern Ireland professional footballer who plays as a defender for Ballymena United FC in Northern Ireland.
Born on 31 January 1991 in Northern Ireland, Shane McEleney has been eligible for senior professional football since 2008. Shane McEleney stands 189 cm tall, and is left-footed.
Across 1 match in SportScore's database Shane McEleney has scored 1 goal and provided 0 assists, for a combined 1 goal contributions at a rate of 1.0 goals per match.
Next up: Larne FC vs Ballymena United FC in the Northern Ireland Premier League on Saturday 21 November 2026 at 15:00 UTC. Most recent fixture: Ballymena United FC 0-3 Linfield FC in the Northern Ireland Premier League.
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Frequently asked questions about Shane McEleney
What team does Shane McEleney play for?
Shane McEleney currently plays for Ballymena United FC in Northern Ireland.
What position does Shane McEleney play?
Shane McEleney plays as a defender.
How old is Shane McEleney?
Shane McEleney was born on 31 January 1991, making them 35 years old.
What nationality is Shane McEleney?
Shane McEleney represents Northern Ireland.
How tall is Shane McEleney?
Shane McEleney stands 189 cm tall.
How many goals has Shane McEleney scored?
Across the 1 match SportScore has tracked, Shane McEleney has scored 1 goal, a 1.0 goals-per-match rate.
When does Shane McEleney's team play next?
Ballymena United FC's next fixture is Larne FC vs Ballymena United FC in the Northern Ireland Premier League on Saturday, 21 November 2026 at 15:00 UTC.
Is Shane McEleney left-footed or right-footed?
Shane McEleney's preferred foot is left.
Does Shane McEleney play for the national team?
Shane McEleney is eligible for Ireland U20. Check our Ireland U20 hub for the next international window.
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