Roy Keane was a proven leader with a history of success and easily the Republic of Ireland’s biggest star heading into a World Cup he would not play a match in after the most remarkable of bust-ups.
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Nigel Clough joins list of managers to lose job during the coronavirus lockdown
Nigel Clough has left his job as Burton manager after agreeing to help the club cut costs amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Alan Pardew joins list of managers to lose their job during coronavirus shutdown
Alan Pardew became the latest manager to leave a role early during the coronavirus pandemic.
From Mick McCarthy to Michael O’Neill, manager exits during coronavirus crisis
The coronavirus pandemic has caused chaos in football.
How will the home nations fare in the Euro 2020 qualifying play-offs?
Scotland will host Israel in the Euro 2020 qualifying play-offs next March while outgoing Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill could enjoy a Windsor Park farewell in a winner-takes-all clash against the Republic.
The highs, the lows and the handball – Republic of Ireland’s play-off history
The Republic of Ireland will take part in their 10th play-off campaign when they resume their Euro 2020 quest in March next year.
Hareide tips Republic of Ireland to join Denmark at Euro 2020 finals
Age Hareide has tipped the Republic of Ireland to join Denmark at the Euro 2020 finals after seeing his side edge across the finishing line in Dublin.
Mick McCarthy not giving up on Euro 2020 qualification for Republic of Ireland
A defiant Mick McCarthy is refusing to give up on his Euro 2020 dream after seeing the Republic of Ireland come up just short in their showdown with Denmark.
Republic captaincy won’t change me – Duffy
Shane Duffy has promised his Republic of Ireland team-mates he will be “the same Shane” as he attempts to lead them to next summer’s Euro 2020 finals.
McCarthy confident Republic have what it takes to see off Denmark
Mick McCarthy says he would “go home” if he did not think the Republic of Ireland could beat Denmark to reach the Euro 2020 finals.
Robbie Keane challenges new generation to ‘be a hero’ for Republic of Ireland
Robbie Keane has challenged a new generation of Republic of Ireland stars to “be a hero” as they attempt to clinch Euro 2020 qualification.
Republic of Ireland defender Derrick Williams ruled out of Denmark qualifier
Derrick Williams has been ruled out of the Republic of Ireland’s final Euro 2020 qualifier against Denmark through injury.
Jack Byrne ready to play a part in Republic of Ireland’s decisive Denmark clash
Jack Byrne is ready to play a part in the Republic of Ireland’s decisive Euro 2020 showdown with Denmark after turning his career around.
Troy Parrott hopes he did enough in Ireland debut to play in Denmark showdown
Troy Parrott is keeping his fingers crossed that he did enough on his Republic of Ireland debut to be involved in Monday night’s Euro 2020 showdown with Denmark.
Parrott ruffles feathers to impress McCarthy on debut
Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy welcomed teenager Troy Parrott to “men’s football” after seeing the striker hold his own on his senior international debut.
McCarthy looks to youth ahead of crunch Euro 2020 qualifier
Mick McCarthy will send a much-changed Republic of Ireland side into friendly battle with unfamiliar foe New Zealand on Thursday night with one eye on Monday’s Euro 2020 showdown with Denmark.
McCarthy not afraid to give youngsters a chance as Parrott prepares for debut
Mick McCarthy will turn back the clock on Thursday evening when he hands teenage striker Troy Parrott a senior debut for the Republic of Ireland against New Zealand.
Robbie Brady hoping to right some wrongs when Republic of Ireland play Denmark
Robbie Brady is desperate for a chance to help right the wrongs of the Republic of Ireland’s World Cup play-off drubbing by Denmark after admitting it “kills” him to be left out of the squad.
Injured Brighton teenager Connolly out of Republic’s crunch clash with Denmark
Aaron Connolly is out of the Republic of Ireland’s Euro 2020 showdown with Denmark after suffering a disappointing setback in his fledgling senior international career.
Republic of Ireland hope to have Randolph and McGoldrick fit for Denmark clash
Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy will wrap star men Darren Randolph and David McGoldrick in cotton wool as he prepares for the crunch Euro 2020 qualifier clash with Denmark.