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Greg Bolger to Retire After Almost 20 Years in League of Ireland
The 38-year-old will finish his career at Turner’s Cross on Friday, nearly 20 years after making his League of Ireland debut against Cork City.
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The 38-year-old will finish his career at Turner’s Cross on Friday, nearly 20 years after making his League of Ireland debut against Cork City.
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