Republic of Ireland midfielder Wes Hoolahan has announced his retirement from international football. Hailed for his composure and passing ability, the 35-year-old Dubliner was capped 43 times for his country. "It wasn’t an easy decision to make, to retire, but I feel it’s one I had to make and this is the right time to do it," Hoolahan told The Herald newspaper. "I had two great campaigns with Ireland and the Euros in France was an amazing experience." The Norwich player said that he told manager Martin O'Neill of his decision last week.

Source: Evening echo February 08, 2018 08:37 UTC