The key talking points ahead of Republic of Ireland’s clash with Switzerland
John O’Shea’s Republic of Ireland will attempt to build upon a creditable draw with Belgium when they welcome Switzerland to the Aviva Stadium on Tuesday evening.
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John O’Shea backs teenager Evan Ferguson to end goal drought after penalty miss
Interim Republic of Ireland boss John O’Shea backed Evan Ferguson to end his goal drought after seeing the Brighton teenager miss a penalty during Saturday’s 0-0 friendly draw with Belgium.
Evan Ferguson misses penalty as Ireland fail to take chances in Belgium draw
Evan Ferguson missed a penalty as the Republic of Ireland passed up the opportunity to hand interim head coach John O’Shea a notable scalp against Belgium.
John O’Shea says managing Ireland against Belgium will be ‘incredible honour’
John O’Shea will not allow the emotion of his journey from Under-15s player to Republic of Ireland manager to distract him as he prepares to guide his country into friendly battle with Belgium.
Nathan Collins trusts FAI to make right Ireland manager appointment
Nathan Collins has backed the Football Association of Ireland to get it right as they look for a new manager.
Seamus Coleman in line for Republic of Ireland return after knee injury ‘scare’
Seamus Coleman will return to Republic of Ireland action determined to make the most of the time he has left on the international stage after fearing his career could be over.
Sammie Szmodics hoping to make Republic of Ireland debut at third time of asking
Sammie Szmodics is desperate to make up for lost time as he hopes for a Republic of Ireland debut at the third time of asking.
Ireland beat Scotland to claim back-to-back Six Nations titles
Ireland have become back-to-back Six Nations champions following a hard-fought 17-13 win over Scotland at the Aviva Stadium.