[2] The club was founded in 1972,[3] and originally played at the Pottery Field, today the site of the Carrigaline Court Hotel.

[4] A new clubhouse, bar and changing rooms was opened in 2004 and an all-weather pitch in 2012.

[4] In 2011, a "Football for All" program was established, allowing access to team sport for young people aged 6–18 with disabilities and neurodivergence.

[5] Carrigaline United have qualified for the FAI Cup on several occasions, including in 2006 and 2009.

[9] The club grounds are Ballea Park, located in the west of Carrigaline.