Mark Connolly
Coleraine/D/
IrelandPlayer Info
Mark Connolly is an Irish central defender currently marshaling the backline for Coleraine in the NIFL Premiership, a leader known for his commitment and aerial dominance. Connolly began his career in England with Wolverhampton Wanderers before finding his footing in Scotland with Celtic and then Dundee United. However, it was upon his return to the UK with Crawley Town and later Coleraine that he truly became a defensive cornerstone. His leadership qualities are unmistakable, often wearing the captain's armband and organizing his defense with vocal authority. While his honors list includes domestic cups in Northern Ireland, his greatest impact has been as a consistent and inspirational presence at the heart of defense. A wholehearted player who puts his body on the line, Connolly is revered by fans for his passion and remains a pivotal figure for his club.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2026/06/30
Coleraine
RetiredRetirement
2025/12/31
Derry CityColeraineSigned
2022/07/27
Dundee UnitedDerry CitySigned
2022/07/21
DundalkDundee UnitedLoan Ended
2022/01/16
Dundee UnitedDundalkLoan
2022/01/15
Dunfermline AthleticDundee UnitedLoan Ended
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
ColeraineNIR Premier League2025-2026
Matches
Games Played
8
Games Started
8
Minutes Per Game
117
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
1
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
0
Accurate Passes Per Game
0
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
0
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
0
Interceptions Per Game
0
Clearances Per Game
0
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
0
Be Fouled Per Game
0