Ali is a product of the Shelbourne FC Academy and is one of the most highly regarded young goalkeepers in the country. Having joined the Reds in 2022 Ali has gone from strength to strength as his experience levels have grown. Ali has played at multiple age levels for the club and in 2025 made some eye-catching saves in the excellent run that Shelbourne made in the UEFA Youth League. Ali has already represented Ireland at underage level with distinction and has been included in numerous international squads.

2025 was also the year that Ali lifted the league title with the Shelbourne U20 side and was frequently called upon to be part of Joey O’Brien’s senior matchday squad. The experience that Ali continues to acquire is sure to dovetail with his natural talent between the sticks as he now embarks on his professional career at Shelbourne FC.