Ciarán Kelly (footballer, born 1980)

Ciarán Kelly (born 14 March 1980), is an Irish former professional footballer and head coach for Lusail SC in Qatar who played as a goalkeeper. He last played football for Sligo Rovers in the League of Ireland Premier Division until 2013.

Early life
He was born and went to primary school in Roundfort, a small parish near Ballinrobe, in south County Mayo.

Career
Kelly started his career with Ballinrobe Town before first moving to Sligo Rovers. He then had spells with Derry City, Athlone Town and Galway United before re-joining Sligo Rovers in 2009.

On 14 November 2010 in the FAI Ford Cup final, Kelly saved four out of four penalties in a penalty shoot-out as Sligo beat Shamrock Rovers 2-0. On 6 November 2011 in the FAI Ford Cup final, Kelly saved two penalties in a penalty shoot-out as Sligo beat Shelbourne 4-1 after being sprung from the bench at the end of extra time.

Honours
Sligo Rovers
 * League of Ireland (1): 2012
 * FAI Cup (3): 2010, 2011, 2013
 * League of Ireland Cup (1): 2010