The FAI’s long search for a new permanent head coach is set to continue with the association announcing that an appointment will be made in early April, with John O’Shea today named interim boss for the March window. The former Man United player will be assisted for Paddy McCarthy for the games against Belgium and Switzerland.
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The Republic of Ireland have been drawn in a difficult UEFA Nations League group alongside England, Finland and Greece. The
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Stephen Kenny says he is “realistic” about his long-term prospects as Ireland boss but is adamant that he will be in charge for the November international window no matter what happens in tomorrow’s qualifier away to the group’s bottom side, Gibraltar. Kenny heads into the penultimate game in the group with a return of just three points from six games.
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James McClean has completed a surprise move to Wrexham, the Football League newcomers funded by Hollywood investment. Rumours surfaced today that McClean was close to finalising a switch from Wigan to the League Two side who have been elevated to prominence by the takeover led by actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.
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Ireland face an uphill battle if they are to qualify for Euro 2024 after being drawn in a group with European heavyweights France and the Netherlands. They will also compete against Greece and Gibraltar in Group B. England have been drawn alongside Italy and Ukraine.
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