Seamus Coleman played his final Everton home game
The Irish right-back has served Everton for 17 years
Coleman has thanked fans, staff and everyone at the club for his time
In his final programme notes as Everton captain, Seamus Coleman delivered a heartfelt farewell to the supporters who have backed him for 17 years. The Irish full‑back, who arrived from Sligo Rovers as a 20‑year‑old hoping to make just one appearance, leaves as a club legend and record holder for most Premier League appearances for Everton.
His message was one of gratitude, reflection, and hope for the future.
Seamus Coleman began by addressing the fans directly, admitting he was emotional. “Hello, Evertonians. Today I am writing these notes to you for the final time as captain of this incredible football club. After more than 17 years, I’ve decided this is the end of my time as a player of the Club.”
He confessed he didn’t know where to begin, such has been the impact of a journey that shaped him as a person.
A heartfelt thanks from Seamus Coleman
The captain reserved his deepest thanks for the supporters, calling their backing “unbelievable”. He noted that living in the city has made Liverpool his home away from home. “I speak to Evertonians daily and I appreciate every interaction,” he wrote.
In his role as captain, he always took the passion of the fans into the dressing room, knowing what the club means to the people.
Seamus Coleman also thanked teammates, managers, coaches, and staff across Finch Farm, Goodison Park and Hill Dickinson Stadium. He singled out masseur Jimmy Comer, who is also leaving after nearly 30 years of service, as someone who helped show him what Everton meant. “Thank you for making me a better captain and teammate,” he added.
Coleman confirms a coaching opportunity at Everton
Reflecting on his journey, Coleman described becoming captain and setting the Premier League appearance record as “beyond my wildest dreams”. He admitted he never hid his dream of lifting a trophy for Everton, but before David Moyes returned, survival became the priority.
While he doesn’t hold survival as an achievement, he takes pride in playing a part in stabilizing the club and providing a platform for future success at the new stadium.
Regarding his future, Coleman confirmed the club and manager have offered him an opportunity to stay in a coaching role. However, he will take a break with his family, play for the Republic of Ireland over the summer, and then decide what comes next. “There is an opportunity to stay here in a coaching role,” he wrote, leaving the door open for a return.
He saluted the fans for bringing the Goodison atmosphere to Hill Dickinson Stadium, hoping the new home can be the catalyst for the club to keep moving forward. His final words were simple and powerful. “Everton will always be our football club. Thank you for everything and – as always – Up The Toffees.”
Although Everton couldn’t get a win in his final game but the reception upon his substitution was a fitting sign‑off for a man who embodied everything Everton stands for.
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