The FAI have pulled the plug on a long-mooted plan to build a centre of excellence in Cork.
In 2015, the FAI reached an agreement with Cork County Council on land for the development of a Centre of Excellence for the Munster region in Glanmire.
The agreement provided for a 99-year lease on a 30-acre site.
The facility was intended to be used as a training facility for Cork City, as well as a home venue for its underage teams.
However, the association confirmed on Tuesday evening that they will not be going ahead with the development of the centre.
"The Football Association of Ireland can confirm that after careful consideration, our Board and the Executive, has taken the decision not to proceed with the Glanmire project as first proposed in 2015.
"As part of a wider review of football facilities across the country, it is the Board's view that the original proposal no longer represents the greatest return on investment for the parties involved.
"The FAI, however, looks forward to working with Cork County Council to ensure the site can still benefit the local football community and we have engaged with the Department to review other options to retain the broader commitment to football in both Cork and Munster."
