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IT’S THE END of an era as Eamon Dunphy today announced that after 40 years, he’s leaving RTÉ. It seems to have taken many people by surprise but Eamo’s reasons are pretty sound as he wants to concentrate on his podcast ‘The Stand’.
(1/2) Two years ago, I decided not to renew my contract with RTÉ Sport. At the time, they prevailed upon me to stay and, in fact, offered me a rise, a small one, to do so. However, before the World Cup I told them this time, I would be leaving.
(2/2) I intend to focus on my podcast The Stand which is flourishing and has had over 2.3 million listens since we started. That’s where my energy will now be devoted.
In my 40 years with RTÉ, I made many good friends and I wish them the very best for the future.
Eamon is probably one of the most divisive characters we’ve ever had in Irish society so it’s easy to see why people are conflicted on his departure. Nevertheless, it was always going to draw a reaction from the Irish public.
Some were reminiscing of their best times with the man himself.
Funniest night out with Eamon Dunphy was one that ended with us barging our way into Tom Jones's company and then having a sing-song with him. TJ trying to do harmonies and ED going 'shut up, I'm singing!'
I used to hate Eamon Dunphy but Irish television is going to be a worse place without the self-proclaimed “European football analyst” on RTE calling players creeps, cods and donkeys live on air. #RodLiddle#HesTheGuyWhoLeftHisWifeForAYoungOneBill
"I'll tell who's leavin'.......I'll tell ya. Eamon Dunphy. He's your man who called Ronaldo a cod and left RTE after 40 years to run off and do his podcast. pic.twitter.com/98pMJbGfPI
But like him or loathe him, there won’t be another one like him.
Dear @RTEsoccer, please arrange a testimonial for Eamon Dunphy where all the lads are allowed get locked in the studio on-air and watch his best bits. Also invite Roy Keane. Thanks.
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13 of the best reactions to Eamon Dunphy leaving RTÉ
IT’S THE END of an era as Eamon Dunphy today announced that after 40 years, he’s leaving RTÉ. It seems to have taken many people by surprise but Eamo’s reasons are pretty sound as he wants to concentrate on his podcast ‘The Stand’.
Eamon is probably one of the most divisive characters we’ve ever had in Irish society so it’s easy to see why people are conflicted on his departure. Nevertheless, it was always going to draw a reaction from the Irish public.
Here are some of the best.
It seems like a very convenient time to go.
Some were reminiscing of their best times with the man himself.
And others were just mourning the loss.
The Rod Liddle jokes were flowing thick and fast.
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Not everyone is going to miss him.
But like him or loathe him, there won’t be another one like him.
Because not everyone could nearly cause a brawl on Prime Time about Roy Keane.
Bye, bye baby.
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