Interim boss John O’Shea takes charge of Republic of Ireland’s March friendlies
John O’Shea will take charge of the Republic of Ireland for two friendlies next month (Niall Carson/PA)
Former Manchester United defender John O’Shea will take charge of the Republic of Ireland’s March friendlies after being named interim head coach by the Football Association of Ireland.
O’Shea, who had a spell as assistant to former manager Stephen Kenny, will be supported by Crystal Palace coach Paddy McCarthy and will take charge of games against Belgium and Switzerland next month.
The FAI said in a statement it plans to name a permanent successor to Kenny in early April.
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O’Shea, who is third all-time on the Republic’s list of appearances with 118 caps, 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.
“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.”
The Republic have been without a manager since November, when the
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