Really disappointed for Fitz been a model professional whilst here and a sad way for him to retire.

Awful news, he has been a fantastic player and has always given 100% for the club.

I know the players usually do a lap of honour at the final home league game anyway...but I hope Fitz and Long get a round of applause before kick-off, they have both made massive contributions to Rugby League.

Fitz yes, Long I don't care about done nothing for us.

I disagree, Long has tried his hardest for us IMO but injuries have obviously blighted his spell.

I am still glad to see both players pull on the Black and White.

Always sad when someone retires, but he has finished his game at the top and hopefully we will get to say thank you properly on Friday night.

All the best Fitzy. A pleasure to see you in Black and WHite. A true 100% effort player. Earned every penny we paid you.

do people think Long will even be there?

What an horrible way for a legend of the game to end his career. All the best Fitzy it's been a pleasure to watch you in the black & white shirt.

Doubt it.

Honour to have seen him in the Black + white . Great competitor and shame for it to finish like this

Dont know what prize draw he's on about but from twitter -


@mrwaynegWayne Gardiner - You'd have thought Fitz would have liked his final ever match shirt. If so, he'll have to enter Hull's prize draw tomorrow.

getting raffled off.

Honoured to have watched the man play for FC, always gave 100% and was a true leader.

Good luck in whatever you do next Fitzy!

Hope we get the chance to show our appreciation on Friday as with Richard Swain.

Fitz is a real professional and it's been a pleasure seeing him play for Hull FC.

As others have said, a privilege to see a player of his stature in the B&W irregular hoops, and the polar opposite of an Aussie coming here just for his pension. All the best Fitz.