Shane Blaney, born on the 20th of January 1999 in the Republic of Ireland, is a remarkable football player. At 26 years of age, this staunch defender stands tall at 6ft 3in (1.91m) and weighs approximately 12st 6lb (79kg). At Livingston, he contributes significantly to the team's defence, primarily taking up the central defender position, donning the number 4 jersey.
According to Transfermarkt, Blaney's current market value is estimated to be around £270k.
Shane began his career as a football trainee when he joined Finn Harps in the Republic of Ireland's First Division in January 2016. He made three first team appearances in league matches during his debut season in 2017.
The following year, in January 2018, he transferred from Finn Harps to Doncaster Rovers in England's League One for an undisclosed fee.
By July 2018, Blaney had been loaned to Tamworth in England's National League, but returned to Doncaster Rovers in November of the same year following the completion of his loan. He transferred away once more in June 2020, but the recipient team has not been specified in the notes.
By January 2021, Blaney had touched down in the Premier Division in Ireland, joining Sligo Rovers. Over two seasons, from 2021 to 2022, he made 37 first team appearances in league matches and scored one goal.
In January 2023, Shane moved up north to join Motherwell in Scotland's Premiership. His stint with Motherwell lasted three seasons, during which he made 43 first team appearances in league matches and scored two goals.
As of July 2025, Blaney has been registered as a player for Livingston, again in Scotland's Premiership. He has currently made five first team appearances in league matches during the 2025 - 2026 season.
Beyond league games, Blaney also brings his deft skills to cup matches, having played in the League Cup 2025 - 2026 for Livingston. He made a goal in one start and came in as a substitute in two appearances.
