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Dundalk FC are delighted to announce  Anchor Tours  as the Club’s official Travel Partner for the 2026 season. Anchor Tours have been an outstanding partner to Dundalk FC, showing unwavering support and flexibility during what has been an challenging period for the Club.  Speaking on the announcement, Dundalk FC Head of Operations  Nita Whelan  said:  “Anchor Tours have gone above and beyond for Dundalk FC over the past number of years.  Their support during some very difficu

The following matches have now been confirmed as part of Dundalk FC's pre-season schedule. St Peter's Athlone v Dundalk, McCarthy Park, Sunday 11th January, 1pm. Dundalk FC will commence the defence of the Leinster Senior Cup against St Peter's Athlone on Sunday 11th January at 1pm. The match will take place at McCarthy Park, Athlone, Co. Westmeath. Entry is €5 with kids admitted free. The match will be mostly focused on the U20s squad. Dundalk v Shelbourne, Dundalk Sports Ce

Image by Gerry Scully Dundalk FC is delighted to announce the appointment of Dave Nangle to our first team coaching staff, ahead of the 2026 SSE Mens Premier Division season. With nearly two decades of coaching experience across all levels, Dave currently holds a UEFA Elite A licence.  Speaking to dundalkfc.com , manager Ciaran Kilduff said: “We’re delighted to welcome Dave to the club. Dave is someone we have a lot of respect for, and we are delighted to bring his experienc

Norman Garbett (Pic: Gerry Scully). Dundalk FC have confirmed that Norman Garbett has signed a new contract for the 2026 season, continuing his time at Oriel Park. Garbett admits his spell with the club has been stop-start due to injury, but says the experience has only strengthened his determination. “It’s been a bit unfortunate with the spell I’ve had here,” he said. “But the little glimpses I’ve had, I’ve shown what I can do.” After returning towards the end of last season

Dundalk FC have confirmed that  Luke Mulligan has signed a new contract , keeping him at  Oriel Park for the 2026 season . The midfielder said committing his future to the club was an easy decision after last season. “Especially after last year, such a good year, it’s just good to be back. As soon as I was offered it, I was going to accept it straight away,” he said. Mulligan featured across a number of roles and remains open to playing wherever needed. “In general I like pla

Photo by Gerry Scully Dundalk FC is delighted to announce the signing of Scottish striker Danny Mullen from Derry City. Mullen, who joined the Candystripes in 2023, made 86 appearances during his time at the Brandywell.  Speaking to dundalkfc.com , the 30-year-old expressed his excitement of becoming a Lilywhite. “I think it’s a great time to come into the club.” said Mullen. “The past year they have been in a good place, and hopefully we can get the club back.” Manager Ciara

Conor Kearns - Pic: Gerry Scully Dundalk FC are delighted to announce the signing of goalkeeper Conor Kearns on a season-long loan deal from Shelbourne FC. Since joining Shelbourne in 2023, the Dublin native has made over 100 appearances for the Reds, bringing strong League of Ireland experience to Oriel Park. “We’re delighted to get someone of Conor’s experience, a league winning goalkeeper, into the club,” said Ciaran Kilduff “We’ve no doubt that he’ll strengthen us and he’

Dundalk FC 1994/95 The final part of our look back at Christmas Fixtures through the years takes us to 1982, 1987, 1994 and 2001. Part 1 of this series is available here and Part 2 is available here. Dundalk FC 1–0 Sligo Rovers, 26th December 1982, League of Ireland. Jim McLaughlin’s Dundalk recorded an important 1–0 victory over Sligo Rovers at Oriel Park on St Stephen’s Day 1982, a result that kept them in second place in the league table behind leaders Athlone Town. Dunda

It is not long to go before the start of the 2026 Premier League Campaign. Here is a look back at the best goals of the First Division Winning Season - what's your favourite? 🗳️ Cast your vote below!

The 1962/63 Title Winning Dundalk FC Squad. See Part 1 of this series: HERE>> Dundalk 3-2 St Patrick’s Athletic, League of Ireland, 27th December 1959. Dundalk moved to the top of the table with this thrilling win over St Patrick’s Athletic in front of a festive crowd of 3,500 at Oriel Park. Dundalk began brightly, but it was St Patrick’s Athletic who struck first after 14 minutes. A cross from Curtin was headed clear by Noonan, only for the ball to fall to O’Rourke, who fini

Dundalk FC 1927-28 The move to a summer football season in 2003 has had many benefits to the League of Ireland. One disadvantage is the loss of the traditional Christmas matches that were common for over 75 years. In the first of a three part series, dundalkfc.com reflects on some famous festive matches over the years and also looks back at what was happening in the town at the time. Dundalk 3-1 Athlone Town, Free State Shield, 26th December 1927. Dundalk recorded an impress

Dundalk FC have confirmed that defender JR Wilson has signed a new contract, keeping him at Oriel Park for the upcoming season after an impressive second half of last year’s campaign. Wilson joined the club midway through the season and quickly established himself as a key part of the promotion-winning squad. “I kept in contact with the manager over the last while,” Wilson explained. “I had a few things to get sorted on my end with work and that, but once that was done, it wa

Declan McDaid says committing his future to Dundalk FC was an easy decision after signing a new contract ahead of the new season. McDaid, who joined Dundalk during the July transfer window from Athlone Town, quickly became an important part of the squad as the club pushed its way back to the Premier Division. Speaking to DFC’s Chris Clarke after the deal was finalised, McDaid said: “It was absolutely a no-brainer. I’ve loved every minute since I’ve been here. Winning the leag

Conor O’Keeffe has committed his future to Dundalk FC after signing a new contract that will see him remain at Oriel Park until the end of the 2026 season. After a significant first season in black and white, O’Keeffe says the decision to extend his stay was an easy one. “There was nowhere else I’d really want to go after the season we just had,” he said. “The welcome I got from day one, the history of the club, the fans, the players, the manager – it was a no-brainer for me.

Dundalk FC goalkeeper Enda Minogue says he is “absolutely delighted” to have renewed his contract with the club for another season, describing the decision to stay at Oriel Park as an easy one. “Since the season ended I knew I wanted to stay in Dundalk,” Minogue said. “I’m delighted that I’m still here for another year.” First Season Ups and Downs In hindsight, Minogue acknowledges that his first season at the club exceeded his original expectations. While promotion was alway

Dundalk Football Club will continue to operate the Christmas Shop from the Marshes Shopping Centre until Tuesday December 23rd. Please note: All Away Jerseys from Large to 5XL are now sold out. Final Day for Online Orders: 10.30am - 1pm on Monday 22nd December from Oriel Park. Our Updated Opening Hours in the Marshes are as follows:

In 2026, Dundalk Football Club will mark a truly historic milestone — 100 years since the club first entered the League of Ireland. For a century, Dundalk FC has been woven into the fabric of the town and its people. Long before modern football, long before floodlights and European nights, the club took its place in the League of Ireland in August 1926 — and it has never stopped belonging to those who followed it. From those early days, the club has grown into one of the mos

Photo by Gerry Scully Dundalk FC are delighted to announce the re-signing of defender Mayowa Animasahun, which will see him stay at Oriel Park for 2026. Animasahun, who arrived at Oriel Park at 17, made 26 appearances for the Lilywhites last season during the 2025 SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division campaign. Speaking after putting pen to paper, the 22-year-old said: “I’m delighted. We’re back in the Premier Division, and I’m staying at my home town club, so I’m definitely

Photo by Gerry Scully Dundalk FC is excited to announce the signing of left-back Bobby Burns from Galway United.  The 26-year-old arrives to Oriel Park following a successful campaign with Galway United, making 33 appearances for the Tribesmen.  Speaking about his arrival at Oriel Park, the 26 year-old said: “I was really sold on the ambition here at the club and am really looking forward to get going.” “Dundalk is a massive club - one of the biggest in Ireland - and it somet

Photo by Gerry Scully Dundalk FC is delighted to announce Gbemi Arubi has signed a new agreement with the club for the 2026 season.  Speaking after putting pen to paper, the 21 year old said: “Last year was obviously a great year for the club, for the fans, and for me especially. I kind of knew I just had to come back." Watch the full interview below.  Video by Chris Clarke