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Emma Nevin

'Sad day for Irish football' as iconic Dublin club folds after 120 years

St James Gate FC has announced that they are shutting their doors after 120 years due to "many circumstances".

The Dublin 12 based club has a rich history in Irish football and were the first ever winners of both the League of Ireland and the FAI Cup. They were established in 1902 for the St James's Gate Brewery workers, the home of Guinness.

In a statement released on Tuesday evening, the club said they had "heavy hearts" but "unfortunately the day has come where we have no choice but to close the doors on 120 years of history."

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