League of Ireland clubs pay respects as Nora Caulfield passes away 

Nora Caulfield, mother of Galway United manager and former Cork City player and manager John Caulfield, has passed away. 

Nora Caulfied, the mother of Galway United manager John Caulfield, has passed away.Pic: Laszlo Geczo/Inpho

League of Ireland clubs Cork City and Galway United have paid their respects to the family of John Caulfield following the passing of his mother Nora Caulfield.

Both clubs have paid their respects to the Caulfield family, with City - whom John enjoyed great success with as both a player and a manager - releasing the following statement. 

"Everyone at Cork City FC is saddened to learn of the passing of Nora Caulfield, mother of former player, manager and club legend, John Caulfield.

"Our thoughts are with the Caulfield family at this difficult time.

"May she rest in peace."

Galway United also released a statement, detailing their sympathies to their manager and his family. 

"Galway United are deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of Nora Caulfield, beloved mother of our Senior Men’s Manager, John Caulfield.

"During this difficult time, our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with John, his family, and all who knew and loved Nora. We hope they find strength and comfort in the support of their loved ones, and the wider Galway United and League of Ireland community.

"May she rest in peace.

"Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis."