Michael Murphy has retired from intercounty football for a second time.
The Donegall All Ireland winning captain from 2012 come out of retirement ahead of the 2025 season to link up once more with Jim McGuinness and win a sixth Ulster Championship title and a Division 1 League title.
During the past two seasons Michael also received a fourth All Star and a nomination for Footballer of the Year as he helped Donegal reach the All Ireland Final.
The Glenswilly native informed management of his intentions in recent weeks once the club championship had concluded, a championship in which he finished top scorer.
Donegal GAA confirmed Michael’s retirement on Wednesday evening, County Board chairperson Mary Coughlan said
“Alas, we always knew this day would come but we are privileged to have watched the stellar career of Michael Murphy up close. What he has given Donegal GAA on-and-off the field is simply extraordinary while always an ambassador par excellence and role-model for so many young people in our county and beyond.
He is one of the giants of the modern game and when players talk about leaving the jersey in a better place on retiring, Michael has certainly done that. He has carried himself with tremendous dignity and integrity at all times. His innate modesty is a foil for a fierce competitor who never gave less than 100% while inspiring others around him to do likewise.”
