Dublin great Fenton makes shock call to end inter-county career

Fenton won seven All-Ireland titles with Dublin

Seven-time All-Ireland winner Brian Fenton has called time on his Dublin career.

The 31-year-old has had a glittering inter-county career after making his debut in 2015 and is widely regarded as one of the game's greatest ever midfielders.

He was part of the Dubs side that won the Sam Maguire six years in a row between 2015-2020 and went unbeaten for a record 45 championship games.

Fenton also collected 10 Leinster Senior Championship medals and retires having never lost a game in the competition.

The midfielder picked up four National Football League titles too and was twice named Footballer of the Year in 2018 and 2020 as well as winning six All-Stars.

His last game for Dublin proved to be the All-Ireland quarter-final loss against Galway in July.

Dublin County Board Chairperson Michael Seavers said in a statement on Fenton's retirement: "Brian was an integral figure in the incredible success enjoyed by Dublin over the past decade.

"He is a hugely talented footballer and fan favourite who will forever be considered one of the greatest players to grace the field in a blue jersey.

"We thank Brian for his unwavering commitment to Dublin football."

Fenton's retirement follows James McCarthy's decision to step away from Dessie Farrell's panel ahead of the 2025 season earlier this month.