Erin McLeod, the oldest player in the Northern Super League, has announced her retirement in the wake of a season-ending injury.

The 42-year-old goalkeeper, the first-ever signing by Halifax Tides FC, has been sidelined since June with a lower-body injury. She played in six games for Halifax (3-11-3)

“This is not the way I imagined my final season ending but I am incredibly grateful for every moment I’ve had in this game.” McLeod said in a statement. “Halifax has welcomed me, made me a part of their community and given me a chance to be part of something historic with the Northern Super League.

“While I won’t be finishing this season on the pitch, I’m proud to have been part of this inaugural season.”

Halifax sporting director Amit Batra paid tribute to the veteran ‘keeper.

“On the fi

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