Irlanda prolonga el mandato interino de O'Shea

John O'Shea's interim spell as charge of the Republic of Ireland has been 4️⃣ extended, the FAI announced today.

The former Manchester United defender was appointed as Ireland's interim head coach earlier this 4️⃣ year, taking charge of two games in March against Switzerland and Belgium.

And his period in charge will now 4️⃣ cover the June international friendlies against Hungary and Portugal, with his backroom team – coaches Paddy McCarthy, Glenn Whelan and 4️⃣ Rene Gilmartin, plus analyst Stephen Rice and fitness coach Damien Doyle – staying on as well.

FAI director of 4️⃣ football Marc Canham said: "As confirmed last week, the process to appoint a new head coach for our senior men's 4️⃣ team will be concluded ahead of start of the Uefa Nations League. We're very pleased with what John and the 4️⃣ team were able to achieve in the March friendlies and the June fixtures represents another exciting challenge for the team." 4️⃣