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'It’s a great job now – an absolutely great job now' - Stephen Kenny on the job he leaves behind
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Stephen Kenny's ambition ultimately brought him to a dark place, but it has offered a glimmer of light for the future of Irish football.
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Andy ready to go - why Ireland's Omobamidele won't stay patient for Forest debut
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"Personally I think the boys have been amazing, I feel like the group has shifted the culture of how it was back then," said Omobamidele of the Stephen Kenny era, which ended tonight. "Like, I grew up watching Ireland teams. "The manager's been massive. That point where he had the faith to bring me on against Portugal, that lit the fire in my early career stage, that's when everything started to fall into place for me. I owe him a massive debt for that"
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Ireland's veterans must stay on to guide young team, says Mark Sykes
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"It has been difficult, definitely," said the 26-year-old. "When you're not playing, you start to question, 'Are you good enough?', things like that, just stupid things!
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Stephen Kenny issues statement - thanks players, backroom staff and supporters as Ireland reign ends
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Stephen Kenny's reign as Ireland manager came to an end on Wednesday evening, less than 24 hours after the 1-1 draw with New Zealand.
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Richard Dunne wants Lee Carsley to swap his England Under-21 role for the senior Ireland job
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Lee Carsley is among the front-runners for the Ireland job and he has the backing of his former international teammate Richard Dunne.
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Stephen Kenny loses job as Ireland manager as candidates line up
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The former Dundalk boss has endured a turbulent time in charge and focus will now turn to his successor
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Manchester United legend Steve Bruce on the Ireland role and potential link-up with Roy Keane
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Steve Bruce would love to hear from the FAI once the manager's position is free
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Former Ireland stars deliver parting shots at Stephen Kenny
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Kenny's time in charge of the Boys in Green looks destined to come to an end as his contract expires after a dire Euro 2024 qualifying campaign
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The greatest Republic of Ireland XI of all-time according to AI
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The likes of Roy Keane, Paul McGrath and Liam Brady are all involved
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Stephen Kenny says nothing will top managing Ireland
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Ireland drew 1-1 with New Zealand at the Aviva in an international friendly
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Celtic's Mikey Johnston stars for Ireland in 1-1 draw with New Zealand
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Mikey Johnston starred for Stephen Kenny's side at the Aviva Stadium
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Emotional Stephen Kenny tears up during interview after New Zealand draw
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Stephen Kenny was emotional following Ireland's 1-1 draw with New Zealand at the Aviva
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Stephen Kenny seemingly waves goodbye at the Aviva following 1-1 draw with New Zealand
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The Ireland manager is unlikely to stay in the job following a poor Euro qualifying campaign
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Stephen Kenny: 'Ambition can take you to the darkest of places'
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Stephen Kenny watched on, in what likely is his last game as Ireland manager
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Ireland 1-1 New Zealand recap and result as Ireland end 2023 with disappointing draw
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Ireland 1-1 New Zealand
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Next Ireland manager betting odds as Stephen Kenny set for last game as boss
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Kenny looks destined to depart the Ireland hot seat after tonight's international friendly against New Zealand at the Aviva Stadium
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Stephen Kenny told Ireland are "almost at rock bottom" by legendary defender
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Ireland never threatened to qualify for Euro 2024 as two wins against Gibraltar were all the only points they could muster in Group B.
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What time and channel is Ireland v New Zealand on? Kick-off time, TV and stream info and more for the international friendly
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Kenny's Ireland contract is nearly up and on the back of a disappointing Euro 2024 qualifying campaign, it seems highly unlikely that he will be offered a new deal
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Former Ireland star hits back at Didi Hamann over Stephen Kenny criticism for Andrew Moran call
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Hamann called it "inexcusable" that Kenny called Moran up to the senior ranks for the Euro 2024 qualifier dead-rubber against the Netherlands at the expense of Ireland's U21s
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Stephen Kenny responds to Didi Hamann's 'inexcusable' jibe on Andrew Moran call-up
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Andrew Moran, the Brighton prospect excelling on loan at Blackburn, is likely to make his senior Ireland debut tonight
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'If it's my last game, so be it. If there's a new manager, I'll wish him well' - Stephen Kenny prepares for last stand as Ireland boss
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Ireland host New Zealand at Aviva Stadium tonight in a friendly that is likely to be Kenny's last game in charge
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'I'm just a good runner? Go grab Mo Farah off the street and stick him in. It's insulting.'
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James McClean will win his 103rd and final Ireland cap in tonight's friendly clash with New Zealand
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James McClean's Ireland career by numbers, as legendary wide-man prepares to step away from international duty
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Which countries did James McClean face the most in his 102 caps to date, how many starts and substitute appearances were there and what was his win-draw-loss ratio?
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Stephen Kenny's 'inexcusable' call to promote Andy Moran was correct one insists U21 boss Jim Crawford
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Didi Hamann criticised Kenny for taking Moran away from U21 duty and then leaving him on the bench for Ireland’s 1-0 defeat to the Netherlands.
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