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Carla Ward admits 'outside noise' around FAI has been a distraction

Updated / Monday, 20 Oct 2025 19:09

Republic of Ireland head coach Carla Ward has admitted "outside noise" around the FAI has been a source of frustration since she took the reins last January.

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Carla Ward admits 'outside noise' around FAI has been a distraction

Republic of Ireland head coach Carla Ward has admitted "outside noise" around the FAI has been a source of frustration since she took the reins last January.

Carla Ward admits 'outside noise' around FAI has been a distraction

Republic of Ireland head coach Carla Ward has admitted "outside noise" around the FAI has been a source of frustration since she took the reins last January.

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