McClean’s Republic of Ireland farewell dampened by New Zealand draw
Matt Garbett ruined James McClean’s farewell party as the Republic of Ireland were held to an embarrassing friendly draw by New Zealand.
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Preview: Curtain coming down on Stephen Kenny era as James McClean bids adieu
Despite playing France and the Netherlands twice throughout the year, tonight's end-of-season meaningless friendly against New Zealand may prove to be the most significant.
Stephen Kenny and James McClean on the one road from Derry to here
Stephen Kenny gave James McClean his League of Ireland debut, and the two were on hand once again to bid farewell to the Derry native's exceptional international career.
James McClean: Pain of being dropped swung retirement call
James McClean has revealed that the hurt of being dropped from the Republic of Ireland squad for the first time made up his mind to retire from international football.
‘It’s time to step aside’ – James McClean set for Republic of Ireland farewell
James McClean will walk away from his Republic of Ireland career for personal reasons on Tuesday despite believing he can still do a job for his country.
'If it's my last game, so be it' - Stephen Kenny still playing waiting game ahead of New Zealand clash
"If it is my last game, so be it," said Stephen Kenny as he faced the media for the pre-match press conference at the FAI headquarters in Dublin on Monday morning.
Stephen Kenny believes he has unfinished business with Ireland
Ireland take on New Zealand on Tuesday night in what might be the last game of Stephen Kenny's tenure, however, the national team manager still believes that he has some unfinished business after three years in the role.