Shane Blaney

Shane Blaney is an Irish professional footballer who plays as a defender for club Livingston.

Early and personal life

Career

Finn Harps

Blaney began his career with Finn Harps, captaining their under-17 team and also playing for their under-19 team. He made his senior debut in the 2017 season, making 3 League of Ireland appearances. He signed a new contract for the 2018 season in December 2017.

Doncaster Rovers

He turned professional in January 2018 after signing a two-and-a-half-year contract with English club Doncaster Rovers in January 2018. He moved on loan to Tamworth in July 2018 for an intended six months. He returned sooner and then moved on loan to Grantham Town in October 2018 for a month, making four appearances in all competitions. Blaney signed for Blyth Spartans on loan in February 2020. He was released by Doncaster at the end of the 2019–20 season.

Sligo Rovers

He signed for Sligo Rovers for the 2021 season.

Motherwell

In December 2022 it was announced that he would sign for Scottish club Motherwell in January 2023.

Livingston

On 13 June 2025, Blaney joined Scottish Premiership club Livingston. On 18 October 2025, Blaey suffered a hamstring injury that would keep him out of action for at least a three month spell.

Sligo Rovers loan

On 19 January 2026, Blaney returned to his former club Sligo Rovers on loan until 30 June 2026.

International career

Blaney represented Ireland at schoolboy level, captaining the side.