Peter Keely
Irish footballer
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Peter Keely (1922 – 15 October 2004[1]) was an Irish footballer who played with Shelbourne and represented the league internationally.[2] Keely won two league titles, in 1947 and 1953,[3] two Shields and two inter-league caps during his eleven season with Shels. Following his 1947 title, he was offered £2,000 to transfer to Leeds United, but declined.[4] He played as a wing-halfback[5] and was released by Shels in July 1956.[6]
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 1922 | ||
| Date of death | 15 October 2004 (aged 82) | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1941–1956 | Shelbourne | 150 | (14) |
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
His son Dermot had two spells as Shelbourne manager.[7]
Peter Keely was given a Hall of Fame award at the 1997 FAI Cup final alongside Fay Coyle.[8][9]