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Stephen Kenny may have further options at his disposal towards the end of the year with the news that Rotherham United winger Chiedozie Ogbene has declared for the Republic of Ireland.  Ogbene was born in Lagos, Nigeria and moved to Cork when he was seven years old. He was signed by Cork City in 2015 after a successful schoolboy career …

Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny has said that he has an ‘open mind’ about Jeff Hendrick’s potential switch to Italy after he was linked with a move to AC Milan. Hendrick did not renew his contract at Burnley meaning the Irish midfielder will be available to move to another club on a free transfer this summer. The 28-year-old had …

Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny has given an update on the eligibility of Birmingham City midfielder Dan Crowley Crowley had confirmed in 2019 that he would be applying for an international transfer from England to Ireland having represented both countries at underage international level. Speaking last August, then manager Mick McCarthy outlined that there were some ‘eligibility issues’ over …

As Stephen Kenny gets comfortable in the Ireland hot seat, he will already be considering his scouting missions over the next few weeks. Throughout his career, Kenny has transformed the games of many players and seen some move to the UK and even gain Ireland call ups. We examine ten players who have played under Kenny who could either feature …

Irish manager Stephen Kenny has outlined that midfielders James McCarthy and Harry Arter could return to the international fold ahead of his first game in charge of the Boys in Green. The FAI confirmed on Wednesday that Kenny’s first game would come in the UEFA Nations League against Bulgaria in September, with the crucial Euro playoff against Slovakia taking place …

Irish midfielder James McCarthy has spoken on his return to fitness and form with Crystal Palace this season as well as the potential for a recall to the national side. Before the coronavirus outbreak caused the suspension of the season, McCarthy had started 10 Premier League games in a row for the first time since 2015, with the midfielder’s last …

Had things been different, Friday June 12th would have been the start of Euro 2020, with Italy taking on Turkey in the tournament’s opening game. Instead we must wait another year for the tournament, with UEFA postponing it until the summer of 2021 due to the Covid- 19 crisis. Ireland still face the challenge of a playoff against both Slovakia …

As Stephen Kenny continues his patient wait for his first game as Ireland manager, he will undoubtedly be mulling over how his side will set up. Kenny’s Dundalk and Ireland under-21 sides have been easier on the eye than the senior national team over the last few years, mainly owing to the Dubliner’s positive philosophy, encouragement of a high tempo …

Shay Given has urged Irish fans to be patient with new boss Stephen Kenny when he begins his tenure in charge of the Boys in Green. Kenny stepped in to replace Mick McCarthy in April – earlier than expected due to the coronavirus pandemic – and will take charge of Ireland’s European Championship playoff against Slovakia later this year. The …

With Mick McCarthy stepping away from his role with the FAI earlier this month, new manager Stephen Kenny will finally take the reins of the national team. Given the unprecedented times we are living in, when and where Kenny’s first game will be is still yet unknown. However, the Boys in Green face a jam-packed schedule come the end of …

Even the most ardent of Sheffield United fans could not have foreseen the dizzy heights of the Premier League’s top six when the Blades clinched promotion back to the top flight. This time last year, United defeated Ipswich Town to seal their spot back in the Premier League for the first time in 12 years, with Chris Wilder’s infectious style …

Newly appointed Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny believes the senior international team can become a formidable side under his watch. The former Derry City and Dundalk manager took over from Mick McCarthy earlier than expected due to the ongoing pandemic and will now lead the side into their crunch Euro 2020 playoff whenever sport resumes again. Following that, Kenny …

Ireland’s rescheduled European Championship playoff against Slovakia could take place as part of a double header in November. According to a report from the Irish Independent, the sport’s governing body will decide on the format for the playoffs next month however in a conference call on Tuesday UEFA outlined that November is a possibility. The call took place between UEFA …

Roy Keane’s second autobiography is full of some brilliant, interesting stories. One of the more eye-catching opinions from the book relates to the concept of national identity and British-born players of Irish descent playing for the Republic of Ireland. Despite walking away from the World Cup in 2002 – or, being sent home according to some parties – Keane was …

Stephen Kenny has said he will not chase so-called “Granny rule” players to represent the Republic of Ireland. The term refers to recruiting non-Irish born footballers to play for the Boys in Green despite having a tenuous link to the country. Ireland have benefited from this route in the past and seeking to recruit British-born players with Irish heritage has …

The new Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny will have a plethora of young attacking talent to work with when he begins his role with the senior international side. During his role with the Ireland Under-21s, Kenny introduced the likes of Adam Idah, Troy Parrott and Aaron Connolly to international football at that level, with the trio excelling under the …

James McClean has come to the defence of new Irish manager Stephen Kenny, taking exception to comments made by former internationals Gary Breen and Stephen Hunt. Kenny stepped into the role last week, coming up from the Under-21s as part of the FAI’s succession plan, but both Hunt and Breen voiced their concerns over his appointment. Hunt questioned how some …

On Thursday, Stephen Kenny was unveiled as the new Irish manager following Mick McCarthy’s decision to step away from the role last week. Kenny was always part of the FAI’s succession plan, and found himself thrust into the big job perhaps a little earlier than expected following the Covid-19 crisis which has caused chaos in the sporting world. He will …