Ed Leahy

RTÉ Sport journalist

John O'Shea looks on as his side train in Portugal on the eve of the game

Preview: O'Shea looks to control his own controllables

When John O'Shea took over as Republic of Ireland manager in March, he spoke about helping the team to return to winning ways. This time around he is plotting Ireland's path back to qualifying for major tournaments.

Soccer • 11 Jun 24

John O'Shea speaking to the press in Portugal

All eyes on Ronaldo as O'Shea looks to gain momentum

John O'Shea is hoping for two things in tomorrow's game against Portugal; that his side can build on the momentum of the Hungary win, and that Cristiano Ronaldo is rested.

Soccer • 10 Jun 24

Troy Parrott setting off to score the winner against Hungary on Tuesday night

'Time stood still' - O'Shea sees hard work reap rewards

Amidst what has been a whirlwind few months for John O'Shea since taking over the national team, time stood still for the interim manager as he watched Troy Parrott take off towards the Hungary goal in injury time of the international friendly on Tuesday night.

Soccer • 05 Jun 24

John O'Shea enjoys a moment with goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher after the game

O'Shea lauds players who 'found a way' to beat Hungary

John O'Shea hailed his side's character and determination as they "found a way to win" against Hungary at the Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 05 Jun 24

Parrott swoops in late on for lesser spotted Irish win

Troy Parrott came off the bench to secure a hard-fought victory for Ireland as they beat Hungary 2-1 at the Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 05 Jun 24

Bosun Lawal could feature against Hungary on Tuesday night

Ireland can shift June gloom with Hungary win - O'Shea

John O'Shea is confident that Ireland can shift the June gloom and get the required result as his side takes on Hungary at the Aviva tomorrow night.

Soccer • 04 Jun 24

Sammie Szmodics training with the squad on the eve of the Hungary game

Preview: Hungary can provide perfect test for O'Shea

Despite his best intentions, there is every chance that John O'Shea may not be able to get the best out of this Ireland squad as they face Hungary at the Aviva Stadium tonight.

Soccer • 04 Jun 24

John O'Shea is in charge for two more games

O'Shea expects clarity on future ahead of summer break

John O'Shea begins his second stint as interim head coach as Ireland take on Hungary at the Aviva Stadium tomorrow night, and the former Manchester United man is hoping for clarity about the permanent position before the end of this international window.

Soccer • 03 Jun 24

John O'Shea will once again manage the Ireland team for the upcoming internationals

O'Shea's interim role not ideal for Ireland - Given

Shay Given does not believe that John O'Shea's reappointment as interim manager for the upcoming summer internationals is the ideal scenario for the national team.

Soccer • 15 May 24

Rian O'Neill of Armagh in action against Michael Langan

Ulster final recap: Donegal beat Armagh on penalties

The Anglo-Celt Cup is off to Donegal as they beat Armagh on penalties in Clones.

Football • 12 May 24