# Retirement

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# dealing with the past

Jon Walters: 'Now that I'm finished as a player, I'll spend a lot of time on myself'

The recently-retired Ireland striker has opened up about the death of his brother.

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Mar 28th 2019, 12:41 PM

# Notorious

Conor McGregor announces his retirement from MMA

“Proper Pina Coladas on me fellas,” the UFC star tweeted early this morning.

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Mar 26th 2019, 6:41 AM

# the gronk

New England Patriots' tight end Rob Gronkowski announces retirement aged 29

The New Yorker has called it a day after securing his third Super Bowl championship in February.

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Mar 24th 2019, 10:35 PM

# loyal servant

Ireland legend Miller calls time on 10-year international career

The 34-year-old winger helped Ireland to two Six Nations titles, a Grand Slam and that famous win over New Zealand in 2014.

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Mar 19th 2019, 2:51 PM

# Wardy

Ireland defender Stephen Ward announces international retirement aged 33

The Dubliner made 50 appearances and featured at two European Championships.

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Mar 14th 2019, 11:23 PM

# Calling Time

Ex-Liverpool and Chelsea defender Johnson announces retirement

The 34-year-old, who began his career at West Ham, earned 54 caps for England.

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Jan 21st 2019, 1:24 PM

# Hanging up the boots

'I had 70 and 80-year-old men coming up to me in tears. That kind of summed it up'

Killian Brennan reflects on an incredible career in the League of Ireland after announcing his retirement this week.

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Jan 17th 2019, 6:40 PM

# Retirement

President signs bill that allows public servants work until they're 70

The State pension age is scheduled to increase to 67 in 2021 and 68 in 2028.

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Dec 26th 2018, 1:49 PM

# Looking Back

'I can leave with my head held high and be very proud of everything I've achieved over the years'

Recently-retired Ireland international Karen Duggan looks back on a stellar international career in the green jersey, and much more.

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Dec 25th 2018, 7:00 PM

# Race Against Time

Public servants 'in limbo' as law to change retirement age faces 'tight' Christmas deadline

Unions and politicians have expressed fears that many more will be forced to retire before new legislation comes in.

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Nov 30th 2018, 6:10 AM

# Hang Up The Boots

'Tá mo chuid déanta' - Kerry great Ó Sé brings football playing career to an end

The renowned defender lined out for his club An Ghaeltacht for the last time on Sunday afternoon.

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Nov 13th 2018, 12:00 PM

# over and out

Three-time Premier League winner Joe Cole announces retirement

‘I hope the next two decades are as special as my last 20 years as a professional have been.’

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Nov 13th 2018, 9:32 AM

# last stand

'When he has the ball, his feet are like glue. They don't call him the Derry Pele for nothing'

Paddy McCourt will play two crucial matches for Finn Harps this week before retiring.

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Oct 29th 2018, 7:45 AM

# Retirement Age

Teachers will be allowed work beyond 70 in their final school year under new law

Under current rules, those working in the public service must retire from their job at age 65.

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Oct 17th 2018, 6:15 AM

# Retirement

'The objective is my long-term health' - Ulster second row retires aged 30 following concussion concerns

Pete Browne confirmed his retirement on Tuesday after three seasons spent at Kingspan Stadium.

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Oct 16th 2018, 4:38 PM

# Retirement

'The anxiety I would get would manifest itself' - Joe Marler reaffirms he never tried to incur an England ban

Marler said that comments he recently made about looking for an “easy way out” of England duty were taken out of context.

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Oct 2nd 2018, 6:00 PM

# Retirement

'Now is the time to walk away' - England prop Joe Marler retires from international rugby

The Harlequins forward said it was “a very difficult decision” to end his England career at the age of 28.

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Sep 26th 2018, 7:24 PM

# Hanging up the boots

Former Ireland International Player of the Year Karen Duggan announces retirement aged 27

The Peamount footballer made her Ireland debut in 2013 and has also secured All-Ireland camogie titles with Kilkenny.

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Sep 26th 2018, 6:30 PM

# Wave Goodbye

After 12 years and 100 caps, Ireland legend Aine O'Gorman announces retirement from international football

The Wicklow native made her debut for the national side as a 16-year-old.

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Sep 17th 2018, 5:18 PM

# STARBOY

'I was going into battle for this county and that's why I was kind of so on the edge as a player'

Kieran Donaghy feels ‘it’s time’ to announce his inter-county retirement after a 14-year career with Kerry.

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Sep 11th 2018, 8:23 PM

# Your Say

Poll: Should there be a retirement age?

Many people retire around the age of 65.

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Sep 4th 2018, 9:34 AM

# Wave Goodbye

Kildare's record championship appearance holder calls it a day

Eamonn Callaghan has confirmed his retirement.

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Aug 11th 2018, 1:48 PM

# Clucker

The longest serving inter-county footballer confirms retirement after 19 seasons

Ryan McCluskey made his Fermanagh debut in 2000 and was an integral figure on route to the All-Ireland semi-finals in 2004.

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Aug 6th 2018, 3:08 PM

# Mandatory retirement age

Public servants will be able to work until 70 under new Bill

Minister for Finance Paschal Donohue believes that the Bill reflects the fact that people are living longer and feel they have more to contribute in later life.

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Jul 9th 2018, 8:15 PM

# CALLING IT A DAY

Iniesta announces international retirement following Spain's World Cup exit

After more than 130 caps and three major titles, including the 2010 World Cup, the former Barcelona midfielder has hung up his boots

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Jul 1st 2018, 8:06 PM

# Retirement

Mascherano announces international retirement following Argentina's World Cup exit

The versatile 34-year-old has called time on his career with the Aliceleste.

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Jun 30th 2018, 9:04 PM

# stepping down

US Supreme Court judge Anthony Kennedy announces retirement

He has held the key vote on such high-profile issues as abortion, affirmative action, LGBT rights, guns, campaign finance and voting rights.

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Jun 27th 2018, 9:52 PM

# Wave Goodbye

Legendary Irish scrum-half Peter Stringer announces his retirement aged 40

The ex-Munster star has finally opted to hang up his boots.

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Jun 26th 2018, 12:57 PM

# Time to say goodbye

Former world heavyweight champion David Haye retires from boxing

The 37-year-old’s announcement comes after his rematch defeat to Tony Bellew last month.

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Jun 12th 2018, 12:59 PM

# Your Say

Poll: At what age would you like to retire?

Remember: the less years you work, the less valuable your pension will be.

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May 29th 2018, 8:19 AM

# End of an era

'Legend,' 'iconic,' 'dual star' - tributes pour in for 18-time All-Ireland winner Rena Buckley

Diarmuid O’Sullivan and Noelle Healy are among those marking the end of an incredible inter-county career.

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May 21st 2018, 4:00 PM

# Wave Goodbye

After 117 caps, John O'Shea confirms imminent retirement from international football

The Sunderland player will represent his country for the last time against USA on 2 June.

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May 9th 2018, 6:11 PM

# Wave Goodbye

The top points scorer in French Test history calls time on rugby career

Frederic Michalak is preparing to retire at the age of 35.

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May 4th 2018, 11:34 PM

# conclusion

Ex-Arsenal star Arshavin 'frightened' by imminent retirement

The former Russia player feels his playing days are coming to an end.

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May 2nd 2018, 7:37 PM

# boys in blue

Former All-Star Peter Kelly announces Dublin inter-county retirement aged 29

The Lucan Sarsfield defender won a Leinster title under Anthony Daly in 2013.

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Apr 22nd 2018, 2:57 PM

# Sheasy

Man of the match John O'Shea swats away retirement talk with first goal in over four years

The 36-year-old dismissed reports earlier this week that suggested he planned to retire at the end of the season.

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Mar 31st 2018, 9:29 AM

# Retirement

Wasps flanker forced to retire aged 26 after judo injury while training with England

Sam Jones underwent a series of operations in an attempt to resume his playing career.

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Mar 29th 2018, 2:48 PM

# stepping down

'It has been a unique privilege': HSE chief Tony O'Brien to leave role this summer

Tony O’Brien has led the HSE since 2012.

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Mar 6th 2018, 3:46 PM

# Commitment levels

'I’d say there are loads more players up and down the country feeling the same way'

Meath’s Paddy O’Rourke on his delight at ending his inter-county career.

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Feb 16th 2018, 1:57 PM

# Planning ahead

Most women 'don't know how to start a pension' as surveys highlights gender gap

Just over one in three women have a pension, compared to over half of men.

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Jan 12th 2018, 6:15 AM