Advertisement League of Ireland Horse Racing TV Listings GAA Fixtures The Video Review Sport meets news, current affairs, society & pop culture Rugby Weekly Extra Dive into all the news and analysis 3 times a week The Football Family Weekly insights from the week’s big talking points Advertisement More Stories Fiacre Kelleher pictured playing for Colchester United in March.Alamy Stock Photo FreePastures new Brother of Ireland star Kelleher joins Cork City The central defender signs on a long-term deal. 8.41pm, 12 Jun 2025 Share options CORK CITY have announced the signing of defender Fiacre Kelleher on a long-term deal. The 29-year-old is the brother of Ireland international Caoimhín Kelleher, who also made a move recently, joining Brentford from Liverpool in a €21 million transfer. The older Kelleher played youth football for Avondale before joining Celtic in 2012. Advertisement He never made the first-team breakthrough with the Glasgow giants, but has made just shy of 300 first-team appearances in Britain across four divisions — League One, League Two, the National League and Scottish League One. The Blackrock native spent the last three seasons with Colchester United, making 65 appearances in all competitions for the League Two side. He joins a Cork team that are one point ahead of bottom-place Sligo Rovers in the Premier Division table. A turbulent start to the season for the Leesiders led to manager Tim Clancy’s resignation, with former Ireland Under-21 defender Ger Nash since appointed to the role. Kelleher won’t be available for tomorrow’s clash at home to Bohemians as the transfer does not go through until 1 July. “It’s been a few weeks in the pipeline, so it’s nice to get something sorted, and it’s something to look forward to come the first of July,” Kelleher said. “I’ve known Ger since I was first on trial in Ipswich years ago, so the minute he phoned me and we had a conversation, I was really excited and keen to get something done.” “We’re getting a very good, experienced player in Fiacre,” Nash added. “He’s played a lot of football at a good level across the water. What’s really important is type of man that we’re getting. I’ve known Fiacre for a long time. He’s had offers and opportunities from clubs in England, but he’s desperate to be here, and to play for Cork City. “He’s really passionate about the club. He’s given up a lot to come to us, and we’re delighted to have him.” Paul Fennessy Viewcomments Send Tip or Correction Embed this post To embed this post, copy the code below on your site Email “Brother of Ireland star Kelleher joins Cork City”. Recipient's Email Feedback on “Brother of Ireland star Kelleher joins Cork City”. Your Feedback Your Email (optional) Report a Comment Please select the reason for reporting this comment. Please give full details of the problem with the comment... This is YOUR comments community. Stay civil, stay constructive, stay on topic. Please familiarise yourself with our comments policy before taking part. Leave a Comment Submit a report Please help us understand how this comment violates our community guidelines. Damaging the good reputation of someone, slander, or libel. Racism or Hate speech An attack on an individual or group based on religion, race, gender, or beliefs. Trolling or Off-topic An attempt to derail the discussion. 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