Donegal GAA legend Michael Murphy has announced his retirement from inter-county football for the second time at the age of 37.
The Donegal County Board confirmed the news, saying Murphy had informed management of his decision following the county club championship.
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The 2012 All-Ireland-winning captain initially retired in late 2022 after a remarkable career with his county.
However, in November 2024, he announced a sensational return to the Donegal set-up ahead of Jim McGuinness's second season back as manager.
Murphy enjoyed an impressive first season back in the county jersey in 2025, helping Donegal secure their sixth Ulster title and reach their fourth-ever All-Ireland final.
He was also nominated for Footballer of the Year, although the campaign ended in disappointment as Kerry claimed the All-Ireland title.
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He added another major honour to his collection in 2026, captaining Donegal to their first National League title. However, the team struggled to reproduce that form during the summer championship, losing their Ulster crown to Down before successive defeats to Cork and Dublin ended their All-Ireland campaign before the quarter-final stage.
Murphy finishes his inter-county career with four All-Stars and was named Young Footballer of the Year in 2009.
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Paying tribute, Donegal County Board Chairperson Mary Coughlan praised his contribution to the county, describing him as "one of the giants of the modern game".
She also highlighted his influence off the pitch, saying what he had given Donegal GAA was "simply extraordinary" and praising him as an ambassador and role model for young people.
