Mayo captain Paddy Durcan proposes to girlfriend after moving into dream home
Mayo captain Paddy Durcan recently proposed to his partner Alannah McBrien. In a thrilling double celebration, Paddy asked for her hand in marriage at the precise moment they began their new life in a fresh home.
On Instagram, the couple shared an album of touching photos celebrating the occasion. Shots include them posing outside their lovely new residence, amidst balloons and lit candles at the exact spot in their kitchen where Paddy proposed.
Alannah's stunning engagement ring took center stage too - a chic, solitary pear-cut diamond on a sleek gold band.
The soon-to-be bride joyously posted, "What a way to top off our first night in our new home. Here's to forever with my best friend."
Congratulations started pouring in from several fellow GAA players, including Aidan O'Shea, who exclaimed, "Massive congrats guys! Enjoy the celebrations!" Lee Keegan chimed in saying, "Class news!" Rob Hennelly, Diarmuid O'Connor, Shane Walsh, and Damien Comer also offered their warm wishes, reports RSVP Live.
The proposal marked a bright spot for Paddy, aged 30, after a disheartening year for Mayo's football ambitions.
Following their loss at home to Cavan, the team fought to qualify from their All-Ireland group after striking an equalizer against Donegal in the 70th minute. Regrettably for them, they conceded a winning point with the final kick of the game and were eliminated from the Championship.
The quarter-finals of this year's All-Ireland are set to take place this weekend.
Armagh will be playing against Kerry, while Tyrone will be squaring off against Dublin.
Additionally, it's Meath versus Galway and Monaghan versus Donegal, as one of the eight remaining teams will hoist the Sam Maguire Cup later this summer.
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