Eddie Gannon (3 January 1921 – 31 July 1989) was an Irish professional footballer.
He made a big impression in Nottingham and was transferred to Sheffield Wednesday in March 1949.
After a successful career, Eddie returned to Shelbourne where he acted as player manager from 1955 until 1957 [1].
He also won 14 caps for the Republic of Ireland national football team, his first appearance coming on 5 December 1948 in a 1–0 loss to Switzerland.
He played for the Republic of Ireland between 1948 and 1955 His nephew Mick Gannon was later capped by his country as well.