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Mick McCarthy was with APOEL for two months

McCarthy sacked hours after debut of Jack Byrne

Mick McCarthy's time as APOEL Nicosia manager is over, just hours after the debut of Republic of Ireland international Jack Byrne.

Soccer • 06 Jan 21

Jack Byrne made his debut for Apoel Nicosia following his Shamrock Rovers departure

Byrne makes Apoel debut as McCarthy's side lose again

Republic of Ireland international Jack Byrne made his Apoel Nicosia debut, but it was defeat once again for the struggling Cypriot side that piles the pressure on manager Mick McCarthy.

Soccer • 06 Jan 21

Jack Byrne confirms Shamrock Rovers exit

Republic of Ireland international Jack Byrne has confirmed that he is leaving Shamrock Rovers with immediate effect.

Soccer • 01 Jan 21

McCarthy confirmed as new APOEL manager

Cypriot side APOEL Nicosia have appointed former Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy as their new manager on a one and-a-half year contract.

Soccer • 02 Nov 20

McCarthy has been working in punditry since leaving his Republic of Ireland post

McCarthy agrees to become manager of APOEL in Cyprus

Former Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy will become the new manager of Cypriot club APOEL this weekend when he flies to Nicosia to sign a contract.

Soccer • 30 Oct 20

'The picture shows Didzy scoring against Switzerland. I have it on my shelf at the moment but it'll be going up on the wall'

McCarthy: There's more to come from McGoldrick

Former Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy believes that there's more to come from David McGoldrick after the 32-year-old striker finally got off the mark in the Premier League with a brace of goals against Chelsea earlier this month.

Soccer • 25 Jul 20

Republic of Ireland boss Stephen Kenny will have a keen eye on the Aston Villa v Sheffield United game on Wednesday

Kenny finally gets chance to see what he's working with

Stephen Kenny's reign as Ireland manager is more than two months old, yet Mick McCarthy's successor has been patiently playing the waiting game as football slowly emerges from the Covid-19 pandemic.

Soccer • 16 Jun 20

From the Archives: Roy Keane leaves Ireland WC squad

Roy Keane was the Republic of Ireland's star player heading into the 2002 World Cup, but he didn't play a minute in Japan or South Korea after a bust-up with then manager Mick McCarthy.

Soccer • 22 May 23

The former Irish keeper is staying active during these challenging times

Given: Kenny has a structure that can benefit Ireland

Shay Given says the FAI got it wrong when it came to the management succession plan, but the former Republic of Ireland keeper is looking forward to seeing what Stephen Kenny can deliver as the new man at the helm.

Soccer • 11 May 20

Robbie Keane had been expected to depart from his coaching role with Ireland following Mick McCarthy's departure

FAI continues discussions with Keane for potential role

Robbie Keane could still have a role to play with the FAI, with interim chief executive Gary Owens confirming discussions are ongoing with the 39-year-old coach.

Soccer • 05 Apr 20

Mick McCarthy has handed the managerial baton on to Stephen Kenny

Spotlight now on Kenny as McCarthy exits stage left

RTÉ Soccer correspondent Tony O'Donoghue reflects on Mick McCarthy's magnanimous departure from his Republic of Ireland post and looks ahead to what faces new manager Stephen Kenny.

Soccer • 05 Apr 20

Stephen Kenny will take over as Ireland manager with immediate effect

'A sensible outcome in a ludicrous situation'

RTÉ soccer pundit and former Republic of Ireland international Richie Sadlier said the FAI's decision to part ways with Mick McCarthy was the most sensible course of action given what he asserts was the "ludicrous" scenario created by the original succession plan.

Soccer • 04 Apr 20

McCarthy: "I've loved being back, I've thoroughly enjoyed it. It's been an absolute pleasure and honour to do the job again"

McCarthy: It's bitter-sweet but I support the decision

Outgoing Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy admitted it was a "bitter-sweet" feeling to leave the job before the Euro 2020 qualification campaign had concluded but said he "fully supported" the action the FAI had taken.

Soccer • 04 Apr 20

The FAI said the decision "has been agreed with both men in light of the delay to the European Championship play-offs caused by the Covid-19 pandemic"

Kelly: Silver lining for disappointed McCarthy

Stephen Kelly says that the FAI were left with little choice but to announce Mick McCarthy's departure as Ireland manager but says the surreal ending ensures the second term doesn't end in failure.

Soccer • 04 Apr 20

Mick McCarthy's reign as Ireland manager is over

Mick McCarthy reign ends as Kenny takes over as manager

The FAI have confirmed that Mick McCarthy's reign as Republic of Ireland manager is over with Stephen Kenny taking the senior job with immediate effect.

Soccer • 04 Apr 20

FAI face Kenny succession dilemma after fresh delay

The almost certain postponement of the Euro 2020 play-offs until after Stephen Kenny is due to take over from Mick McCarthy as Republic of Ireland manager gives the FAI a major headache, writes Tony O'Donoghue.

Soccer • 01 Apr 20

'Like so many others, we are trying so hard to play by the rules here and stay at home'

Mick McCarthy stresses importance of self-isolating

Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy has called on the public to adhere to guidelines in place regarding self-isolating.

Soccer • 23 Mar 20

The Republic of Ireland could now take on Slovakia in June

Hard to see play-off going ahead in June - Sadlier

Richie Sadlier is struggling to see how the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2020 play-off against Slovakia will take place in June.

Soccer • 18 Mar 20

Extraordinary circumstances mean tough calls for FAI

RTÉ Soccer correspondent Tony O'Donoghue reflects on UEFA's decision to postpone Euro 2020 for a year and what that may mean for the succession plan from Mick McCarthy to Stephen Kenny.

Soccer • 17 Mar 20

Kenny is currently in charge of the under-21s

Quinn says decision on manager to be made in June

FAI interim deputy CEO Niall Quinn says that the FAI will pick the "right time" to decide for a transition date between the reigns of Mick McCarthy and Stephen Kenny.

Soccer • 17 Mar 20

The competition is set to take place in 2021

Euros postponed until 2021 with play-offs set for June

UEFA has confirmed that summer's European Championships are to be postponed until 2021 with the Republic of Ireland's play-off semi-final against Slovakia provisionally pencilled in for the start of June.

Soccer • 17 Mar 20

Will Stephen Kenny be in charge of the senior international side for the UEFA Nations League in September?

The Kenny Conundrum – a manager in waiting

One knock-on effect from the coronavirus' disruption of the sporting calendar is will be timing of when Stephen Kenny will assume the role of Republic of Ireland senior manager.

Soccer • 14 Mar 20

Jack Byrne celebrating the victory for Shamrock Rovers last Saturday

McClean boost as McCarthy hints at role for Jack Byrne

Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy has said Jack Byrne is showing form that "could be very handy" for the play-off with Slovakia later this month.

Soccer • 09 Mar 20

'I wouldn't comment on anyone else's players'

No grudge with Mourinho over Parrott policy - McCarthy

Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy insists he cannot argue with Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho if he does not want to give playing time to Troy Parrott.

Soccer • 04 Mar 20

Jayson Molumby has committed his future to Brighton

Ireland U21 captain Molumby pens new deal with Brighton

Republic of Ireland Under-21 captain Jayson Molumby has signed a new three-and a-half-year contract with Brighton and Hove Albion that will keep him at the Premier League club until the summer of 2023.

Soccer • 04 Mar 20