As you now probably know, the legendary Mick O'Dwyer retired from football management today. Four All Irelands with Kerry as a player, eight as a manager, two Leinster titles with Kildare, one with Laois and a Tommy Murphy Cup with Wicklow; his record speaks for itself.
However, what endeared the country to him was not just his talent but also his character and humility. Here are some of his best photos.
A handsome divil in his youth
He enjoyed a good suit...
And a good technicolour jumper
An eight time All Ireland winner as manger of Kerry
Who inspired others to follow in his footsteps
Like a master and apprentice
Micko was known to get excited
Sometimes even losing his false teeth
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But that was nothing compared to the Kildare fans after they won Leinster
They really loved him
Micko was a pioneer of many things, including wearing a cap backwards
And of course, the high trousers, jersey over the jacket, farmers' cap combo
He was Harry Redknapp before Harry Redknapp
A well travelled manager, Kerry will always be his home
Until some other county try to kidnap him, that is
Away he goes. We'll miss you Mick
