Manchester United will have a new-found optimism for the season after their dramatic FA Cup victory over Liverpool.
Manchester United legend John O'Shea lands Republic of Ireland job for March friendlies
28.02.2024 - 13:49 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Interim boss John O'Shea will be taking charge of the Republic of Ireland's friendly games in March. The former Manchester United player turned coach has been picked by the Football Association of Ireland to lead the team.
He previously worked as an assistant to Stephen Kenny, a past manager. In his time as head coach, he'll enjoy support from Paddy McCarthy, a coach at Crystal Palace.
His leadership skills will be tested in matches against Belgium and Switzerland next month.
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The FAI intends to select a permanent replacement for Kenny at the start of April.
O'Shea is a well-known face in the camp, with his 118 caps putting him third on the Republic's all-time list. He said: "I'm delighted to return to the senior men's coaching staff as interim head coach for the two international friendlies against Belgium and Switzerland.
"It will be an incredible honour to lead the side into the March international window. As everyone will know, I've always had immense pride representing my country, whether that be during my playing career or very recently, as part of the coaching staff for the men's senior team and the under-21s."
Expressing pleasure at Paddy McCarthy's willingness to assist him, he said, "It's great that Paddy has agreed to come on board for the two matches and work will begin straight away to prepare for two top-quality fixtures against great opposition in Belgium and Switzerland, in front of our fantastic home support.
"I've got great belief in this group of players to win football matches and looking forward to some positive results."
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