Steve Bruce declares interest in vacant Ireland job

Steve Bruce thinks the Ireland job would ‘suit him’, as he ponders a return to football. The former Sunderland and West Brom boss has consistently featured amongst the fancied candidates since Stephen Kenny’s reign ended earlier this month. Bruce admits he’d be interested in taking on the Boys in Green job.

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FAI confirms departure of Kenny’s coaching staff

A number of Ireland’s backroom team have followed Stephen Kenny in departing the FAI. Assistant manager Keith Andrews, assistant coach John O’Shea, chief scout & opposition analyst Stephen Rice, goalkeeping coach Dean Kiely and Damien Doyle have all left their roles.

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FAI confirm Stephen Kenny’s exit as Ireland manager

Stephen Kenny’s time as Republic of Ireland boss is over after the Football Association of Ireland confirmed it will not be renewing his contract. Kenny’s deal ended after Tuesday night’s friendly draw with New Zealand. The 52-year-old had been expected to depart after failing to qualify for Euro 2024.

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Ireland held by New Zealand as exit looms for Kenny

The Republic of Ireland failed to end a disappointing year on a high as they were held by New Zealand on a night when James McClean brought down the curtain on his international career. Adam Idah had given Stephen Kenny’s side the lead but Matthew Garbett hit back for the visitors before the hour mark.

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Dutch delight as Ireland end miserable campaign with another loss

The Netherlands secured a place in the Euro 2024 finals as Wout Weghorst’s strike earned them a 1-0 home win over the Republic of Ireland. The Hoffenheim striker moved clear before rifling into the roof of the net after 11 minutes. The hosts dominated a low-tempo encounter with Republic keeper Gavin Bazunu pushing Tijjani Reijnders’ shot onto the post early in the second half.

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