John Martin, a striker for Shelbourne FC, has signed a contract extension until 2026. As reported by Shelbourne Football Club, Martin has scored 6 goals in the 2026 season and 10 goals in the previous season.
What does this mean for Shelbourne's squad?
John Martin's contract extension is a significant boost to Shelbourne's squad, which is currently competing in league and European competitions. With Martin's experience and goal-scoring ability, Shelbourne FC will look to improve their recent form, which has seen them earn 34 points from 26 games, with a goal difference of -2.
How does Martin fit into the team?
Martin has made appearances in league and European competitions and has been praised by Head Coach John Russell for his work ethic and striker's instinct. As Russell said: "I've been a big fan of John Martin for a number of years."
What's next for Shelbourne FC?
Shelbourne FC is currently 5th in the Premier Division, 20 points behind leaders Shamrock Rovers. Their next fixture is against Galway United on August 28, 2026. Ahead of this game, fans can check the team's fixtures on our fixtures page and see the current squad on our squad page. With Martin's contract extension, Shelbourne FC will look to build on their recent form and push for a higher position in the standings, which can be found on our standings page.
