Drogheda United manager Kevin Doherty and his players applaud toward their supporters at Oriel Park in Dundalk, Louth. Photo by Ben McShane/SportsfileDrogheda United manager Kevin Doherty has opened up on the impact of a damaging week for the club off the park and admitted that a quick resolution is required to avoid destroying the progress that has been made under his watch. The Boynesiders were in the news ahead of the Louth derby after co-chairperson Joanna Byrne revealed that the club’s board – which is American dominated – had put pressure on her to resign for stating that Ireland should not play their Nations League games with Israel.

Source: Irish Independent February 21, 2026 07:12 UTC