After almost six years with St. Patrick's Athletic, Conan Byrne has announced that he will be leaving the club after tomorrow's game against Derry City.
A central figure as Pat's laid claim to every domestic honour going, Byrne, who co-presents the Greatest League in the World podcast with Con Murphy, spoke openly about his time with the club, assuring fans that he now is "a Saints supporter for life."
“I Hope I Repaid The Fans. I’m A Saints Supporter For Life”
An emotional @conanbyrnecb7 will play his final game for the club tomorrow after 250 apps & 77 goals, 1 @SSEAirtricityLg title, 1 FAI Cup, 2 EA Sports Cups, 1 President’s Cup & so many memories #ThanksConan 🔴⚪️⚽️🏆❤️ pic.twitter.com/fLQ32riNjf— St Patrick's Athletic FC (@stpatsfc) October 25, 2018
One of the league's most recognisable names, Pat's were quick to thank Conan Byrne for all that he had done whilst playing with the club - this goal one of the moments few Pat's fans will forget in a hurry.
He absolutely paid us back. Who can ever forget this @conanbyrnecb7 goal pic.twitter.com/GMwUN1JEwB
— St Patrick's Athletic FC (@stpatsfc) October 25, 2018
Prompting an emotional response from those who will be sorry to see the 33-year-old winger depart, fans from all around the country were quick to pay their tributes to such a League of Ireland stalwart.
Thank you Conan all the best
— gavin smith (@gavinsmith19) October 25, 2018
Conan Byrne another massive loss for Pats arguably one of the best wingers going in the league. He'll be missed at Pats
— Jonto (@Curtis__94) October 25, 2018
Super player. Made a massive contribution. All the best and thanks for the memories Conan.
— Ronan McCormack (@ronan_mccormack) October 25, 2018
Thanks Conan for the memories, you really are a living legend and a nailed hall of famer. It's going to take a special player to replace you on the right wing. No matter who you sign for your always going to get a great welcome back in Richmond. #onceasaintalwaysasaint
— Jimmy Edwards (@jimmyedwards41) October 25, 2018
Conan Byrne announces that tomorrow will be his last game for @stpatsfc - A great servant to the club that won every trophy possible with the Dublin club.
— Leagueofireland.ie (@LOIDOTIE) October 25, 2018
Conan Byrne is retiring and I am honestly emotional. What a man, going to be missed on the pitch, what a presence. He'll do well no matter what he does next. The legend of Conan The Barbarian will always live on.
— Cian Hartford 🔴⚪ (@Haaaaartford) October 25, 2018
Conan Byrne pats legend , 4 against rovers , Half way line goal , absolute goal poacher always there. Never be a bad word say about him , always put a shift in. End of a era all around at pats ⚽️
— simon coyle (@simoncoyle96) October 25, 2018
Thanks for the memories best of luck in the future
— Mark Gaffney * (@gaffer73) October 25, 2018
Quick to point out amid the tributes that he was actually staying in the game, some are already speculating where the free-agent to be may wind up next.
I ain't retiring
— Conan Byrne (@conanbyrnecb7) October 25, 2018
Conan Byrne last game for st pats tomorrow. Always be a legend at Inchicore. With Buckley heavily linked with hot seat in showgrounds might he be 1st signing🤔 Dublin lad thou think he’d prefer to stay in a Dublin. 🤷🏽♂️ #LOI
— Paul Lally (@Lally9lally) October 25, 2018
Leaving an indelible mark on the fans at Richmond Park, Conan Byrne had a lovely, straight-forward message for those he will be leaving behind tomorrow night.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you @stpatsfc ❤ pic.twitter.com/UVSoFrzQYx
— Conan Byrne (@conanbyrnecb7) October 25, 2018
Sure to get a massive send-off as St. Patrick's Athletic close off their season, few would be as deserving.
