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John O'Shea has been named the Republic of Ireland interim manager for the nation's next two games.
The former Manchester United player has served as an assistant coach in the Ireland setup since retiring as well as coaching at Reading, Stoke City, and Birmingham City.
O'Shea will be joined by assistant Paddy McCarthy for upcoming friendly games against Belgium and Switzerland in March.
"I'm delighted to return to the senior men's coaching staff as Interim Head Coach for the two international friendlies against Belgium and Switzerland," O'Shea said.
"It will be an incredible honour to lead the side into the March international window. As everyone will know, I've always had immense pride representing my country, whether that be during my playing career or very recently, as part of the coaching staff for the men's senior team and the Under-21s.
"It’s great that Paddy has agreed to come on board for the two matches and work will begin straight away to prepare for two top-quality fixtures against great opposition in Belgium and Switzerland, in front of our fantastic home support.
“I've got great belief in this group of players to win football matches and looking forward to some positive results."
The FAI is set to make a permanent appointment for the role in April.
FAI appoint John O’Shea as Interim Head Coach of the Men’s National Team 🇮🇪
— Ireland Football ⚽️🇮🇪 (@IrelandFootball) February 28, 2024
O'Shea, who has 118 caps for Ireland, will take charge of the two international friendlies in March against Belgium and Switzerland at the Aviva Stadium, assisted by Paddy McCarthy 💚
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NameJohn Francis O’Shea Born/Age1981-04-30(43 -yrs-old) Nationality Rep. of Ireland Job RoleManager | |
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