Brian Barry-Murphy

Brian Barry-Murphy has previously played for Cork City, Preston North End and Sheffield Wednesday as well as representing the Republic of Ireland at Under 21 level. He also had loan spells at Southend United and Hartlepool United. He scored his first goal in English football in a game for Southend against Leyton Orient. He scored the 1,000th goal for Bury in Tier 4 of the English Football League in a 2–2 draw with Wrexham. On 16 June 2010 Barry-Murphy agreed terms with Rochdale and signed a four-year contract in July. He scored his first and only goal for Rochdale in a 3–1 defeat at MK Dons on 5 November 2011. Barry-Murphy was the club's first team coach, as well as retaining his registration as the club's senior outfield player.

Rochdale

Barry-Murphy was appointed Rochdale's caretaker manager in March 2019 following the dismissal of Keith Hill. In April 2019, Barry-Murphy was appointed permanent manager on a two-year contract. He resigned from his position as manager on 30 June 2021.

Manchester City Academy

On 24 July 2021, Barry-Murphy was announced as the manager of the Manchester City Elite Development Squad (EDS). On 8 July 2024, Barry-Murphy left the club after a successful three-year spell in charge of City's EDS and Academy.

Leicester City

In December 2024, Barry-Murphy joined Premier League side Leicester City in the role of first-team coach, supporting the newly appointed Ruud van Nistelrooy.

Cardiff City

On 16 June 2025, Barry-Murphy was appointed head coach of League One side Cardiff City on a three-year deal. Sixteen points from an unbeaten first six matches saw him named EFL League One Manager of the Month for August 2025. He won the award for a second time for December, after five wins from six matches saw Cardiff finish the calendar year top of the table. On 18 April 2026, Cardiff were promoted to the EFL Championship after a 3–1 away win against Reading confirmed automatic promotion.

Barry-Murphy was born in Cork. His father, Jimmy, was a Gaelic footballer and hurler, and manager, who is widely considered to be one of the most iconic players in the history of Gaelic games.

Individual

EFL League One Manager of the Month: August 2025, December 2025 Manager Cardiff City

EFL League One runner-up: 2025-26