Stephen Dobbie calls time on Queen of the South career
The striker has scored 166 goals for the club over two spells
Last updated 28th Apr 2021
Queen of the South captain Stephen Dobbie has revealed Friday's match against Dundee will be his last for the club.
The 38-year old has spent seven-and-a-half years at Palmerston across two spells - scoring 166 goals in the process.
He joined the club from St Johnstone in 2007 before being picked up by Swansea after a successful two-and-a-half seasons.
In his spell down south, Dobbie helped the Welsh side reach the Premier League through the play-offs.
After stints with Blackpool, Brighton, Crystal Palace, Fleetwood Town and Bolton Wanderers, the striker made his move back to Dumfries in 2016.
Dobbie would go on to secure legendary status at Queen of the South through his prolific second-spell.
In a statement to supporters on the club website, he said: "It’s with a heavy heart that I’m announcing that my time at Queens has come to an end and that this Friday will sadly be my last appearance in a Queens shirt.
"What an amazing time I’ve had. I have loved every minute of my seven and a half years. I made my debut against Dundee so it’s fitting my last appearance will be against them. My first ever goal for the club came against Dundee so fingers crossed history will repeat itself and my last will be too when we play them on Friday night.
"There have been many highlights during my time. My statue at the arena, being inducted into the Queens Hall of Fame, becoming the club’s second top ever goalscorer and beating the record for most goals in a season to name a few!
"But the biggest honor for me has to be becoming the club captain - pulling on the jersey and the armband and leading my team out was very much one of my career highlights.
"I hope I’ve put a smile on all the fans faces and brought joy with the way I play the game.
"Thanks to the Chairman, Billy and Directors Mark and Craig for their support. Thanks also to the Managers, players and coaches and especially to Gavin and Ross the physios - they have kept me feeling young!!!
"Thanks to all the staff and volunteers behind the scenes, there’s too many to name...I will miss you all very much.
"Queens isn’t just another football club to me - I’ve become a supporter myself. The way in which the club and the fans have embraced me and my family will always hold a special place in my heart.
"Most of all .. thank you to the fans. I will miss hearing your songs and your cheers whenever I put the ball in the back of net for you.
"All the best for the future and I’ll be back at Palmy when I can".