Stephen Casey (born 20 June 1980) is an Irish former professional footballer who played as a forward. Known for his extensive career in the League of Ireland, Casey made over 300 appearances across multiple clubs, achieving success in both the Premier Division and FAI Cup.
Career Casey began his youth career at Shelbourne before making his senior debut for the club in 1998. He played for several clubs throughout his career, becoming a journeyman in the Irish domestic league. His notable spells include:
- Shelbourne (1998–2000, 2005–2006): After his initial stint, he returned to Shelbourne and was part of the squad that won the League of Ireland Premier Division in 2005.
- Waterford United (2000–2001)
- Shamrock Rovers (2001–2002)
- Longford Town (2002–2004, 2007): During his time with Longford Town, Casey played a key role in their FAI Cup victories in 2003 and 2004.
- Kildare County (2008)
- Sporting Fingal (2008–2009): He contributed to Sporting Fingal's League of Ireland First Division title in 2008.
- Monaghan United (2009–2010)
- Limerick (2010)
- Athlone Town (2011)
- Drogheda United (2011)
Casey was a consistent goalscorer and a reliable presence upfront for the various teams he represented, contributing significantly to their attacking play over more than a decade in professional football.
Honours
- League of Ireland Premier Division: 2005 (with Shelbourne)
- FAI Cup: 2003, 2004 (with Longford Town)
- League of Ireland First Division: 2008 (with Sporting Fingal)