Stephen Kenny is far too focussed on ending the 11 game winless streak as Republic of Ireland manager to reveal his starting XI ahead of Thursday evening’s friendly in Andorra. Same goes for Chiedozie Ogbene, although the Cork winger might shake off a “tight groin” before Thursday’s 5pm kick off (live on RTÉ Two). “It is a very good question,” Kenny laughed at the suggestion that more time could be afforded a manager before appearing on live television post game. “I am always in awe of boxers getting out of the ring and speaking straight away after 12 or 15 rounds. To lose a fight and have to speak about that and speak about your opponent, they probably deserve the most credit out of sports people.”

Source: The Irish Times June 02, 2021 14:54 UTC