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Michael Eamon James Kelly is a Scottish professional footballer who plays as a defender for National League North club Spalding United
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Michael Eamon James Kelly (born 3 November 1997) is a Scottish professional footballer who plays as a defender for National League North club Spalding United
Kelly started his career at Aberdeen before moving to Leicester City in 2015. He was then released and spent time playing for Scottish Junior League side Hurlford United. In March 2017, he went on trial with Stoke City, playing twice for their under-23 side.
On 1 July 2017, Kelly signed for League One side Bristol Rovers. In December 2017, he joined National League South side Bath City on loan and went on to make four appearances in all competitions.
On 7 April 2018, Kelly made his league debut for Bristol Rovers, playing the last 13 minutes in a 1–1 draw with Charlton Athletic. In May 2020, Kelly signed a new contract with Rovers to extend his stay at the club for a further year. Kelly's time at the club ended at the conclusion of the 2020-21 season when it was announced that his contract would not be being renewed.
On 26 January 2021, Kelly joined National League side Yeovil Town on loan until the end of the 2020–21 season. On 30 January, Kelly made his Yeovil debut, playing the entirety of a 3–1 victory over Dover Athletic.
On 29 June 2021, Kelly joined National League side Eastleigh on a permanent deal. On 30 April 2022, Kelly scored a first senior goal with an equalising penalty in the eleventh minute of additional time to earn a 3–3 draw with King's Lynn Town.
He was released by the club at the end of the 2022–23 season.
On 15 May 2023, he was announced to be joining recently relegated National League North club Scunthorpe United on a two-year deal upon the expiration of his Eastleigh contract.
On 11 June 2025, Kelly joined National League side Boston United on a two-year deal, reuniting with Pilgrims manager Graham Coughlan whom Kelly had played under at Bristol Rovers.
On 13 January 2026, Kelly joined National League North side Chester on loan until the end of the season.
On 7 July 2026, Kelly joined newly-promoted National League North side Spalding United.
Kelly has played for Scotland at under-15, under-16 and under-17 level.
As of end of 2022–23 season
Scunthorpe United
National League North play-offs: 2025