Stopgap John O'Shea may be the charismatic steward we need
The FAI's decision to appoint John O'Shea and Paddy McCarthy as interim head coach and assistant coach provides a moment to recalibrate our thinking.
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Derry City boss Ruaidhrí Higgins: John O'Shea will be 'calming influence' for Ireland
Derry City manager Ruaidhrí Higgins believes interim Republic of Ireland boss John O'Shea will be a "calming influence" for the two friendlies against Belgium and Switzerland.
A wobble in Tallaght but no need for Irish panic
Eileen Gleeson and her players were honest enough to admit things went pear-shaped during the Republic of Ireland's 2-0 defeat to Wales on Tuesday night, but there's no need to press the panic button just yet.
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World Cup winners Spain added more silverware to their trophy cabinet with a 2-0 victory over France to claim the inaugural UEFA Women's Nations League title.
Keith Treacy: Ireland in 'safe hands' with John O'Shea for March friendlies but FAI have been 'reactive' in managerial search
Former Republic of Ireland international Keith Treacy believes the Boys in Green will be in "safe hands" under the stewardship of incoming interim manager John O'Shea but feels the FAI have been "reactive" in their search for a permanent head coach.
5 items in John O'Shea's interim Ireland inbox
With Ireland's 2024 schedule of games just a matter of weeks away, it comes as no surprise that the FAI have opted to announce an interim manager to take charge of the side.
Emily Murphy takes positives from lively Ireland debut
"Well, this isn't intimidating at all," joked Emily Murphy as she faced a huddle of reporters after the Republic of Ireland's 2-0 loss to Wales at Tallaght Stadium. "I'm new, be nice!"
John O'Shea appointed interim Republic of Ireland manager
John O'Shea has been appointed interim Republic of Ireland manager for the two friendly international matches against Belgium and Switzerland in March.