Hallgrimsson was instrumental In Iceland's Euro 2016 and 2018 World Cup campaigns and has already done plenty to endear himself to Irish fans.
After 231 days of uncertainty surrounding the Republic of Ireland hot seat, Heimir Hallgrimsson was officially unveiled as the new permanent manager on Wednesday afternoon.
Hallgrímsson will look to replicate that victory in his first competitive game for Ireland as England travel to Dublin for the UEFA Nations League opening game on September 7. Greece will also journey over to Lansdowne three days later on September 10 as part of the campaign, giving the new manager a harsh set of tests to start his time at the helm.
The 57-year-old Hallgrímsson became a dentist and continued to work part-time while coaching the national team.
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