Richie Sadlier has criticised the Football Association of Ireland over their protracted search for a new Republic of Ireland manager.

2 years ago

“Where is this team going?” RTE panel that includes Richie Sadlier, Didi Hamann and Shay Given, as the difficult, but right question, after Ireland lose to France. Ireland were beaten 2-0 by last year’s World Cup finalists, and although nobody expected the Irish to pull off a victory here, Stephen Kenny is under serious pressure. […]

2 years ago

Karen Duggan said it was “not a tactic.” The Republic of Ireland’s Women’s World Cup opener ultimately ended in bitter disappointment, despite a spirited second-half performance, as Australia managed to hold on to a 1-0 win by the skin of their teeth in Sydney. Vera Pauw’s team rallied in the final half hour, creating excellent […]

2 years ago

“Scholesy is like he was in a tackle, fairly cut-throat.” Eamon Dunphy and John O’Shea have been speaking about their favourite football pundits currently working on TV. Dunphy opted for some of his former RTÉ colleagues, while O’Shea said he enjoys hearing from two of his ex-Manchester United teammates. They both praised Graeme Souness, while […]

3 years ago

“I think we’ve seen enough from the manager.” RTÉ Soccer pundits Richie Sadlier and Liam Brady had a difference in opinion when it came to the Republic of Ireland manager’s contract situation. Following Ireland’s goalless but entertaining draw against Portugal last night, the conversation soon switched to Kenny’s future as the manager. For Sadlier, a […]

4 years ago

“Let’s talk about the football. Let’s talk about the football!” Liam Brady was probably looking forward to talking about Giorgio Chiellini’s defending masterclasses, Roberto Mancini’s influence on Italy’s attacking style or Spain’s ingénue, Pedri. Richie Sadlier had other ideas. The RTÉ pundits were in studio for the Euro 2020 semi-final between Italy and Spain. 60,000 […]

5 years ago