Houghton: Irish players and fans feeding off each other
The Republic of Ireland must maintain their unbeaten run and build up more confidence within the squad after a difficult start under Stephen Kenny, says former international Ray Houghton.
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“Definitely one of those” – Kevin Phillips addresses West Brom player’s situation amidst this international break
Kevin Phillips believes this international break could act as a “blessing in disguise” for Callum Robinson, during a conversation with West Brom News.
Sheffield United's John Egan has learnt a lot from Everton's 'unbelievable' Seamus Coleman
John Egan says he is ready to captain Republic of Ireland against Lithuania if current skipper Seamus Coleman is not in the starting XI. The Sheffield United vice-captain has experience of wearing the armband at international level and could be trusted with the responsibility again on Tuesday evening.
Ireland look to keep momentum going against Lithuania
Stephen Kenny will have learned a lot from Ireland's impressive 2-2 draw with Belgium on Saturday, however, one thing that surely stood out from the clash with the world number one-ranked side was the importance of continuity in the team.
Roy Keane criticism did not faze me, says Ireland assistant Keith Andrews
Keith Andrews has insisted being dismissed as a “bulls*****r” by Roy Keane on his return to the international stage as a coach did not affect him at all.
'Roy Keane called you a spoofer' - Keith Andrews meets the press
Keith Andrews stood in for Stephen Kenny at the pre-match press conference for the Lithuania game, and the assistant manager made it all the way to the penultimate question of the extended media session before one of his predecessors’ names was mentioned.
Stephen Kenny urges Republic of Ireland to carry momentum into Nations League
Stephen Kenny has urged the Republic of Ireland to carry their building momentum into this summer’s Nations League campaign.
Ian Baraclough wants Northern Ireland’s all-action forwards to add composure
Ian Baraclough wants Shayne Lavery to add more composure to his game after welcoming the striker’s all-action approach back into Northern Ireland’s attack.