NCAFC Manager is pleased to bring another local player to The Showgrounds in Darren Doherty.

The 18 year old striker Doherty arrives having previously been with Warrenpoint Town and Windmill Stars FC.

 

“Darren comes in to add to our forward panel. He comes highly recommended and is another local lad,” said First Team Manager Stuart King.

“When I took over at Newry I wanted the best local players playing for us and Darren comes into that category.”

 

“I am buzzing to be here at Newry City AFC.” Said Doherty.

“I am just looking forward to getting some minutes, improving every game, and doing my bit to help get the club back up the leagues where it should be.”

Newry City AFC are delighted to announce the triple signing of Jack Kelly, Keith Dalton and Manuel Kaguako.

 

19-year-old midfielder Kelly arrives having previously been with Carrick Rangers and then a brief spell at Aquinas.

“Jack is someone that I have worked with before. He has massive potential and a willingness to do whatever it takes to succeed,” said First Team Manager Stuart King.

“Technically he is great and has really impressed me in pre-season.”

 

 

Dalton, who previously played for Dundalk, Bohemians, Cabinteely and Bray Wanderers in the League of Ireland, can operate out wide or in an attacking midfield role.

“Keith has come in pre-season and has really impressed. He has played at a high level and is different to a lot of what is in the squad,” feels King.

“He can be an out and out wide player or be really creative linking play between midfield and our forwards.”

 

 

 

After coming through the Dundalk Academy and at Drogheda United, Kaguako has had spells playing in both the USA and Austria and is comfortable anywhere in defence.

“Manny has come in during pre-season and has looked very assured in different positions,” says King.

“His attitude has impressed me and his desire to play and get the opportunity has stood out. He is quick, technically very good and strong in individual battles.”

 

 

 

Photographs courtesy of Brendan Monaghan Photography

Newry City AFC are delighted to announce the signing of Shane Forbes.

 

The attacking midfielder, who turns 21 next month, arrives at The Showgrounds following a spell in the Sports Direct Premiership with Carrick Rangers for the second half of last season.

A product of the Shelbourne Youth Academy, Shane last breakthrough season came in 2024 with Athlone Town, where he made 25 appearances in the League of Ireland First Division.

He impressed in Saturday’s friendly away to Leinster Senior League side Kilbarrack United, scoring the second goal in a 3-3 draw in Dublin.

 

“I’m looking forward to the season ahead and getting game time at Newry,” said Forbes after becoming Stuart King’s latest signing.

“This season is all about getting the club back up the leagues and I’m excited to be a part of that.”

 

“We’re delighted to get Shane on board,” said King.

“It took a lot of work behind the scenes, but I feel he will be an important member of the squad. He’s quick, sharp, has an eye for goal and is different to everyone we have. I think he will become a fan favourite and after his performance on Saturday in Dublin, I’m delighted he has agreed to sign.

“I would like to put on record my thanks to the Chairman and board members who helped make this happen.”

Newry City AFC are delighted to announce the signing of Ryan Fearon.

 

Having impressed in our pre-season fixtures to date, the 23-year-old joins after playing for Newry Celtic in the Carnbane League.

Ryan, who can play in midfield or full-back, follows in the footsteps of his late father Wayne Brown, who also played for the club.

 

“It’s a fantastic club, my boyhood club that I’ve always dreamed of playing for, coming to the matches when I was young seeing my Dad play at that top level,” says Ryan.

“I still have him in frames in the Newry City jersey and it’s inspiring me to put the work in and get to that top level, not only for him, but for myself and to start challenging for a place in the team.

“For Stuarty to give me this chance after not even seeing me play was surreal. I’ve been given so much game time and he’s already directing me in parts of my game that I’m doing right and more importantly wrong,” he added.

“Stuarty, Pixie and all the staff behind the scenes are great individuals and while it’s almost a brand new team, we’re all starting to gel. The personalities at the club are great, the banter is starting to flow and there is excitement about the club for the fans to get down and enjoy coming to the games again.

“That’s one of the main reasons we need to perform and bring Newry back to winning ways. The only people who can do that are us, the players.

“I’m excited to get started and see where the season takes us.”

 

“Ryan is someone who has come in during pre-season and impressed from minute one,” says Assistant Manager Ryan Moffatt.

“His attitude is top drawer, he’s working and can play in a number of different positions. “Ryan is another local lad who had his pick of clubs and we are delighted he has chosen Newry City.”