Noelle Murray (file photo).
Noelle Murray (file photo). ©INPHO/Grace Halton

League of Ireland legend Noelle Murray retires

Murray bows out with five league titles and seven FAI Cup medals in a decorated career.

LEAGUE OF IRELAND legend Noelle Murray has retired, her club Athlone Town has announced.

Murray, who signed for Athlone Town in January, brings the curtain down on a decorated career which includes five league titles and seven FAI Cup medals. She bows out with 272 appearances throughout her career, and 162 goals.

Before joining Athlone, Murray had been with Shelbourne since the 2015/2016 season and spent the 2017 campaign with Glasgow City. She also enjoyed stints with Shamrock Rovers and Raheny United.

She was the League Player of the Year in 2016 and was capped 11 times for the Republic of Ireland WNT.

“Although you may have only been with us for one season, Noelle Murray, the impact you’ve had on this club will last forever,” a statement on Athlone Town’s X account reads. “Your career and everything you’ve achieved is an incredible accomplishment, and to finish it off with a league title makes it even more special.

“Thank you for everything you’ve given to the club, Noelle. You leave as a league champion, with a legacy that will never be forgotten.”

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