Liverpool announce club captain Fahey’s retirement | OneFootball

Liverpool have announced the news that veteran defender Niamh Fahey will retire from playing professional football at the end of the season.

WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Reds this afternoon.

The 37-year-old centre-back has spent the last seven years with Liverpool. She has played an important role in the team throughout her time on Merseyside. Fahey was a Barclays Women’s Championship winner with The Reds in 2021/2022 while she has picked up the captain’s armband during her time as a Liverpool player.

On the international stage, Fahey has collected 115 senior caps for the Republic of Ireland. She has scored one goal for her country.

With the season now coming towards a conclusion, Fahey has determined it to be the right time to hang up her boots.

After her retirement was announced, Fahey said “It’s hard to summarise into words the emotions that I feel as I’m retiring, there are probably too many. All I can say is how fortunate I feel for the career I’ve had and being able to finish it all off at my girlhood club Liverpool FC.

“I’m so grateful for all the wonderful people I’ve met, shared a dressing room with and to those who have supported me throughout it all. There are too many people to thank individually, but I think you will all know who you are!

“My time at Liverpool has been a rollercoaster for sure! From some real lows to some unforgettable highs. Ultimately, I feel so proud of the last seven years, the journey we’ve been on and for me personally being able to pull on the red shirt, captain the team and wear the Liver Bird on my chest. I have never taken it for granted and it has been a dream to play for this club.

“To the fans, you have been the life force behind everything, especially helping to bring the club back to a competitive place in the WSL. I can’t thank you all enough for the unwavering support, in good times and bad and the memories we’ve shared along the way. It’s been unforgettable.”

Fahey could make her last appearance for Liverpool on Merseyside when they face Everton at Anfield on Sunday.