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Heimir Hallgrimsson is likely to offer a different approach than that of his predecessor Stephen Kenny, according to Didi Hamann

Hamann buoyed by Hallgrimsson's pragmatic talk

Didi Hamann believes the pragmatic approach of newly appointed Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson can deliver success for the Boys in Green.

Soccer • 11 Jul 24

John O'Shea has a moment with Callum O'Dowda after the final whistle

'I think they have the perfect man in charge' - Hamann

Didi Hamann believes that the FAI already has the right man in place to take Ireland into the upcoming UEFA Nations League campaign.

Soccer • 05 Jun 24

Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny

Hamann: Kenny's been kidding the public over progress

Stephen Kenny has been misleading the Irish public by saying that the Republic of Ireland have improved during his time in charge, according to RTÉ soccer analyst Didi Hamann.

Soccer • 13 Oct 23

A disappointed manager leaving the field after a fourth defeat in five in this qualifying campaign

Sadlier: New contract for Kenny no longer credible

A new contract for Stephen Kenny is no longer credible, believes Richie Sadlier, following the defeat to the Netherlands that has ended any chance of the Republic of Ireland qualifying automatically for Euro 2024.

Soccer • 11 Sep 23

Neymar feared his World Cup was over

Brazil superstar Neymar admitted he feared his participation in the Qatar World Cup could be over after he sustained an ankle injury in their opening match against Serbia.

Soccer • 05 Dec 22

Didi Hamann criticised Stephen Kenny's post-match interview

Hamann: Kenny must have been 'watching different game'

RTÉ soccer analyst Didi Hamann branded Ireland's first half performance in their 2-1 loss to Norway "pathetic" and sharply criticised Stephen Kenny's post-match comments defending the display.

Soccer • 17 Nov 22

Jurgen Klopp has seen his side struggle in the opening dozen games of the Premier League

Hamann: Jury out whether Klopp can arrest Reds slide

The jury remains out whether Jurgen Klopp can arrest Liverpool's poor Premier League, according to former Reds midfielder Didi Hamann.

Soccer • 01 Nov 22

Didi Hamann incurred the wrath of compatriot Jurgen Klopp for his comments in the wake of Liverpool's loss to Arsenal

Klopp hammers Hamann over Liverpool comments

Jurgen Klopp refused to countenance former Liverpool hero Didi Hamann's analysis of Liverpool ahead of the Champions League game against Rangers on Wednesday night.

Soccer • 11 Oct 22

Chiedozie Ogbene has been a shining light for Ireland according to the former World Cup finalist

Hamann offers Ireland ray of hope after Armenia shock

Didi Hamann offered Ireland a ray of hope on what was a bitterly disappointing day for Stephen Kenny's side in Yerevan.

Soccer • 05 Jun 22

Hamann: Loss could have 'bigger impact' on Liverpool

Former Liverpool midfielder Didi Hamann believes the club's defeat in the Champions League final represents more than just a loss and may prove to be a turning point.

Soccer • 29 May 22

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema scores from the spot for the final goal of the game as Man City won 4-3 at the Etihad Stadium

'I'm not a fan' - RTÉ panel disagree over Panenka

Karim Benzema, the leading scorer in the Champions League, claimed the final goal in an absorbing Champions League semi-final in a 4-3 defeat to Man City, but the strike was a talking point.

Soccer • 26 Apr 22

Hamann on Benitez: 'He's a top-class manager. I think he's a genius'

Hamann: 'Genius' Benitez will be loved at Everton

Former Liverpool player Didi Hamann expects Rafa Benitez to win over some unhappy Everton supporters following his appointment at Goodison Park.

Soccer • 01 Jul 21

Euro 2020 Podcast: Hamann - England's Kane conundrum

Raf Diallo is joined by Didi Hamann to look ahead to the upcoming Euro 2020 group games involving England and Germany as well as to review the latest wins for Netherlands, Belgium and Italy.

Euro 2020 • 18 Jun 21

Bayern Munich are top of the table with nine games remaining

Top flight football set to return in Germany - Hamann

Didi Hamann believes that a return to top flight football in Germany is only a matter of weeks away, and the RTÉ Sport pundit expects the plan to get the government green light later this week.

Soccer • 30 Apr 20

Liverpool are challenging on two fronts this season

It's time for Klopp to deliver a trophy, says Hamann

Former Liverpool midfielder Didi Hamann believes that manager Jurgen Klopp needs to bring silverware to the club or he will risk the atmosphere turning sour at Anfield.

Soccer • 06 Mar 19

Kevin de Bruyne and Eden Hazard are struggling to find a rhythm for Belgiumm

Belgium could be better off without de Bruyne - Hamann

RTÉ soccer analyst Didi Hamann believes that Belgium manager Roberto Martinez has some tough decisions ahead of him as his side prepare to take on Belgium in the World Cup quarter-final and suggested that he might have to drop Kevin de Bruyne.

World Cup 2018 • 03 Jul 18

Didi Hamann says German glimpses of their quality were "few and far between" at Russia 2018

Hamann: German attitude bordered on embarrassing

Didi Hamann says the manner of Germany's shock World Cup exit is the biggest cause of disappointment and believes the lack of leadership cost the holders dearly.

Soccer • 27 Jun 18

Loris Karius was to blame for two of Real Madrid's goals

'You can't legislate for your goalkeeper doing that'

The RTÉ panel react to Liverpool's 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid, with Eamon Dunphy blaming Jurgen Klopp for having Loris Karius in goal in Kiev

Soccer • 27 May 18

Fans proved in 2005 they can make a difference: Hamann

The red army is moving en masse to the Ukrainian capital for a Champions League showdown with Real Madrid.

Soccer • 26 May 18

Virgil van Dijk has been one of Liverpool's most important players, according to Didi Hamann

Van Dijk has turned Liverpool around, says Hamann

2005 Champions League winner Didi Hamann believes that the arrival of Virgil van Dijk at Anfield has helped Liverpool move from a team 'not going anywhere' to potential Champions League winners.

Soccer • 25 May 18

Daryl Murphy reacts to Denmark's second goal in the 5-1 defeat at the Aviva Stadium

Didi Hamann baffled by Ireland's lack of tactical nous

RTÉ Soccer analyst Dietmar Hamann says he "expected more" from the Irish management tactically in the harrowing 5-1 defeat to Denmark in last night's World Cup play-off.

Soccer • 15 Nov 17

Liverpool dropped two points on their Champions League return

Didi Hamann: Liverpool going nowhere under Klopp

Liverpool's defensive frailties were again on show in their draw with Sevilla - an outcome that prompted Didi Hamann to question the direction of the club under Jurgen Klopp.

Soccer • 14 Sep 17

'They let the club down, they let him down'

The RTÉ Soccer panel of Richie Sadlier, Didi Hamann and Eamon Dunphy disect Arsenal's 5-1 drubbing at the hands of Bayern Munich and what it means for Arsene Wenger

Soccer • 15 Feb 17

McGeady was introduced as a second half substitute against Sweden

VIDEO: RTÉ panel discuss McGeady criticism

The RTÉ panel disagreed with Roy Keane’s stinging pre-tournament criticism of Aiden McGeady, with Didi Hamann saying the public dressing down was the right decision.

Euro 2016 • 15 Jun 16

Hamann believes Ireland can nullify the threat of Swedish star Ibrahimovic

Hamann confident Ireland will make winning start

RTÉ soccer analyst Didi Hamann is “quietly confident” that the Republic of Ireland will get their European Championship campaign off to a winning start against Sweden.

Euro 2016 • 11 Jun 16