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Ireland WNT centurion Niamh Fahey announces international retirement

The Galway native made 115 senior appearances.

Ireland WNT centurion Niamh Fahey announces international retirement — STALWART: Niamh Fahey, who has announced her international retirement. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

Thu, 09 Jan, 2025 - 12:09

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Niamh Fahey has called time on her Ireland career after 17 years in the green jersey.

The Liverpool defender made 115 senior appearances, making her the fifth most-capped women's international.

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