Dublin’s Darren Daly Retires From Inter County Football

Dublin Senior Footballer Darren Daly has announced his retirement from inter-county football. 

Darren has been a key member in the panel over a 12-year career, playing an important role in the huge success Dublin have achieved in that time. 

Dublin Senior Footballer Darren Daly has announced his retirement from inter-county football.

Read his statement below.

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— Dublin GAA (@DubGAAOfficial) September 18, 2020

Dublin GAA thank Darren for his incredible service in blue & we wish him the very best for the future. 

Read his statement below: 

I’ve had an incredible journey with the Dublin Senior Football Team over the last 12 years. I’ve tried to push the body one more time but unfortunately it's not to be. With a number of reoccurring injuries over the past few months, it's now the right time for me to step away.

Firstly, I'd like to thank my family, and particularly my wife Sarah who sacrificed more than anyone to allow me to compete at this level year after year. I’m extremely grateful to have got the opportunity over the years to share some very special moments with my three kids Tadhg, Caolán and Odhrán.

In particular I'd like to thank my teammates. I am extremely lucky to have been part of such a successful team. I'm grateful to have learned so much from being with them, made so many friends for life, and have some of the best memories imaginable.

I’d like to thank the managers, selectors, coaches and physios who guided and pushed me along the way.

Thank you to the dedicated supporters who always created that unique atmosphere, and were there when we needed them.

Finally, I'd like to thank my club Fingal Ravens for their support and encouragement over the years.

Darren