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David Sneyd reports from Abbotstown JOHN O’SHEA HAS come to the defence of the Republic of Ireland players after they came in for criticism following back-to-back defeats in the Nations League last month.
Matt Doherty was a high-profile omission from the latest squad and, when asked about the lack of depth in midfield compared to defence, O’Shea took the opportunity to throw his support behind those called up. Advertisement “They are showing dedication, they want to come and play for Ireland, we should be getting behind them a bit more.”
Hallgrímsson has made seven changes to the initial panel that was named last month and was up front about wanting to see as many players in action before the World Cup qualifying campaign next year. “There is still an emphasis on winning games, too, but also trying a bit of new combinations, new understandings, and getting that in as quickly as possible because next year you mightn’t be able to do that. Obviously injuries and suspensions happen so lads have to be tested, lads have to be seen at the level and hopefully respond to it.”
“He’s been one that we’ve had an idea about for a long time in terms of his progression. We know the centre half area we have quality competition there. I think he will probably keep progressing, I think he’s that kind of character.
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