Seamus Coleman Everton
Seamus Coleman, a stalwart of Everton Football Club, bid an emotional farewell at Finch Farm as he prepared to depart the club after a distinguished career. The 37-year-old, who has been a pivotal figure at Everton, was joined by his family and teammates, including manager David Moyes and James Tarkowski, who led the tributes. Coleman’s departure marks the end of an era for the club, as he leaves behind a legacy of leadership and dedication.
David Moyes said: “Everybody thinks the world of you. You’ve been a great captain, you’ve been a great player and probably more importantly, a greater human being. We hope you’re not away for long Seamus, we really don’t. We hope you’re always going to be involved in this football club and I think everybody here is showing their appreciation for you and recognising how good you’ve been for us.”
James Tarkowski added: “I’m incredibly proud to have you as a friend, you have been an incredible role model as a captain, you showed me how to be a father, how to be a good husband, everything, so I’m proud to know you, proud to be your friend, and I’m going to miss you.”
Seamus Coleman said: “Family is always the one, family is the reason I do everything, it should always be the reason behind a lot of things that you do yourself. I’m very proud, very honoured to have played forever at Everton Football Club. It’s been my life, it’s been a family’s life. I’m very lucky, I’m thankful to you all. I wish everyone success. So long as everyone keeps understanding and knowing what people expect, what Everton Football Club’s about, and give it your all, then you’ve got a right chance. For you academy lads as well, I was a million miles off being a first team player when I came over here at 20 years of age and it probably wasn’t talent, it probably wasn’t ability that got me through it, it was how I behaved around the place, how I respected my coaches, how I worked so hard in every single training session.”
Coleman, who joined Everton from Sligo Rovers in January 2009, has been a constant presence both on and off the pitch. His leadership qualities have been instrumental in guiding the club through challenging times. As he addressed those gathered, Coleman emphasized the importance of family and hard work, urging young players to seize every opportunity and give their best effort every day.
His tenure at the club saw him make 434 appearances, placing him tenth on the all-time list for Everton. As he steps away from his playing career, Coleman expressed gratitude for the support he received from the staff and fans, highlighting the collective effort that contributes to the club’s success.
Coleman’s farewell is not just a goodbye but a celebration of his contributions to Everton, both as a player and as a person. His legacy will undoubtedly inspire future generations at the club.
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