Joe Brolly Far From Impressed With Derry Response To Paddy Tally Exit

There was a shock announcement in Derry last night, with it being revealed that Paddy Tally had stepped aside as manager of the inter-county team after just one season in charge.

2025 had been a difficult year for the Ulster county, losing every one of their games in league and championship. Despite this, it was expected that their manager would return for next season.

There had been some changes made to the Derry backroom team in recent weeks, with it being presumed that Tally would lead a new look coaching ticket in 2026. Instead, the county will now go in a different direction.

Derry GAA would release a statement confirming the news last night, thanking Tally for his service to the county:

Derry GAA can confirm Paddy Tally, has stepped down from his position as senior football manager today following the conclusion of the 2025 inter-county season. Paddy brought integrity and energy to the role along with a deep commitment to the players and the county.

His efforts to develop the squad, build a strong team environment, and guide a group of emerging players into senior football are greatly appreciated.

They will now go in search of a new manager over the coming weeks.

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Joe Brolly Not Impressed With Derry Response To Paddy Tally Exit

The news of Paddy Tally's exit has been met with an interesting reaction among the GAA public, especially those within Derry.

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Not everyone was thrilled by the county appointing a Tyrone native as manager, especially when they succeeded another coach from the the Red Hand county in the form of Micky Harte.

Joe Brolly was certainly a vocal critic of both the county board and Tally himself during his spell in charge. As a result, he greeted the statement released by Derry GAA in a rather predictable manner.

“Deep commitment to the county.” What a load of bollocks. Mind you, it paves the way for Mickey Harte’s return. https://t.co/yYFQge0rgU — Joe Brolly (@JoeBrolly1993) July 10, 2025

You wouldn't expect anything less.

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It remains to be seen what direction Derry go in when it comes to appointing their next manager, although you get the sense that many within the county would be keen to see an internal appointment made this time around.

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