Legendary Kerry footballer Dr Seán Murphy has died at the age of 93.
Named on the GAA's team of the century and team of the millennium, the wing-back starred for the Kingdom during the 1950s and 1960s.
Murphy played in five senior All-Ireland finals, winning three of them - including the 1959 decider against Galway, which became known as the 'Seán Murphy final' such was the quality of his display.
He went on to win the Texaco Footballer of the Year award for 1959, becoming the first Kerry player to receive the accolade.
Murphy also won All-Irelands at minor and junior level. Interestingly, he won titles at different levels with three different brothers. His brother Padraig was on the junior team in 1949, Tomás won a minor All-Ireland alonside him in 1950 and Seamus played in that famous 1959 game.
A Kerry GAA statement read: "A gentleman on and off the pitch, Seán was known for his sportsmanship and humility. He never received a booking, and most would say he let his football do all the talking. Off the pitch, Dr Seán, initially trained as a teacher, but went back to his studies to become a doctor.
"He brought the same compassion, intellect, and humility to his patients as he had to his many teammates over the years. He remained a lifelong supporter of the game, always hopeful for Kerry's next renaissance, and optimistic about the evolving landscape of Gaelic football across Ireland.
"Dr Seán played for the love of the game, for his county, and for the GAA.
"We extend our deepest sympathies to Dr Seán’s family, friends, clubmates, and all who were privileged to know him. Kerry has lost a hero, the GAA has lost a legend, and Ireland has lost a true gentleman."
