Exeter skipper Sweeney leaves after 10 years

Pierce Sweeney is fourth on Exeter's list of all-time appearances makers [Shutterstock]Exeter City skipper Pierce Sweeney has left the club after 10 years.The 31-year-old Irish defender was offered a new deal this summer but has turned it down "to pursue a new opportunity".Sweeney initially joined the Grecians from Reading in July 2016 and made 435 appearances in all competitions."I've had a lot of decisions to make from a personal and professional point of view and the club have given me everyt