Former Ipswich Town manager Mick McCarthy has been named as the new Ireland manager, taking control of the side until the conclusion of Euro 2020.
Martin O'Neill's five years in charge of the side came to an end on Wednesday, but McCarthy has now returned for his second spell in charge of Ireland, having managed the team between 1996 and 2002.
CONFIRMED | The FAI are delighted to announce that Mick McCarthy is the new Ireland Manager with Stephen Kenny with taking over as U21 Manager.
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