Steve Coogan to play Mick McCarthy in new 'Saipan' film about the ex-Ireland manager's furious bust-up with Roy Keane at the 2002 World Cup
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Steve Coogan to play Mick McCarthy in new 'Saipan' film about the ex-Ireland manager's furious bust-up with Roy Keane at the 2002 World Cup

Daily Mail  

Steve Coogan will play Mick McCarthy in a new film portraying the events of the Republic of Ireland manager's bust-up with captain Roy Keane ahead of the 2002 World Cup. Mick McCarthy's infamous bust-up with Roy Keane will be portrayed in the new film 'Saipan' The ex-Manchester United star was sent home from the 2002 World Cup after the heated row Steve Coogan will play former Republic of Ireland manager McCarthy in the new film Meanwhile, Keane's role will be played by 27-year-old Irish actor Eanna Hardwicke Keane will be played by Eanna Hardwicke with production due to start soon with a slated release date of next summer. 'Next year audiences will finally get to experience first hand the feud between Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy and why it was labelled 'the worst preparation for a World Cup campaign ever'.' McCarthy resigned in November 2002 and Keane returned to the Ireland fold under his successor Brian Kerr but retired from international football after failure to help the nation qualify for the 2006 World Cup.

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Steve Coogan to play ex-Ireland boss Mick McCarthy in film about Roy Keane bust-up
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Steve Coogan to play ex-Ireland boss Mick McCarthy in film about Roy Keane bust-up

The Independent  

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Roy Keane open to management comeback amid Republic of Ireland vacancy
1 year, 2 months ago

Roy Keane open to management comeback amid Republic of Ireland vacancy

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The former Manchester United captain also worked with O’Neil for the Republic …

On This Day in 2005: Roy Keane retires from international football
2 years, 5 months ago

On This Day in 2005: Roy Keane retires from international football

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Roy Keane announced his retirement from international football …

From Souness' row with Bellamy to Keane's World Cup expulsion - football's most explosive bust-ups
4 years, 7 months ago

From Souness' row with Bellamy to Keane's World Cup expulsion - football's most explosive bust-ups

Daily Mail  

A happy, harmonious squad is often key to success, but sometimes in football things don't work out that way. There's been many player and bosses bust-ups, including Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy Darren Bent v Daniel Levy - Tottenham - 2009 Darren Bent was livid with Daniel Levy, accusing the Tottenham chairman of holding up his move to Sunderland. Keane …

Mick McCarthy wary of suffering same humiliation as Scotland when Republic of Ireland face Gibraltar
6 years ago

Mick McCarthy wary of suffering same humiliation as Scotland when Republic of Ireland face Gibraltar

Daily Mail  

Mick McCarthy says he is guarded against suffering the same humiliation as Scotland did in Kazakhstan when he opens Republic of Ireland's Euro 2020 campaign in windswept Gibraltar on Saturday evening. Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy is wary ahead of his side's game against Gibraltar He watched Scotland's 3-0 defeat on Thursday and mention of that last night was …

Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy urges players to forget poor results
6 years ago

Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy urges players to forget poor results

Daily Mail  

Mick McCarthy had told his Republic of Ireland players to forget a desperately disappointing 12 months as he attempts to usher in a new era. The 60-year-old took his first training session since being appointed manager for the second time on Monday morning and insisted he is looking forwards rather than back with Ireland's opening Euro 2020 qualifier in Gibraltar …

Irish football legend and country's record goalscorer Robbie Keane to hang up boots after captaining team for decade
6 years, 3 months ago

Irish football legend and country's record goalscorer Robbie Keane to hang up boots after captaining team for decade

Firstpost  

Robbie Keane, unlike his near namesake, enjoyed good relations with McCarthy in the latter’s first spell in charge of the national side. He was one of their stars at the 2002 World Cup Dublin: Irish football legend Robbie Keane brought the curtain down on over two decades as a player on Wednesday saying his career had exceeded all his hopes …

Republic of Ireland: Robbie Keane retires from football
6 years, 3 months ago

Republic of Ireland: Robbie Keane retires from football

The Hindu  

Robbie Keane has announced his retirement from football after being named as assistant to new Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy. The 38-year-old made his professional debut for Wolves in 1997 but says his time at White Hart Lane, where he won the 2007-08 League Cup, and representing Ireland were the highlights of his career. "I take great pride in …

Newly appointed Ireland manager Mick McCarthy says "It's my job to get Ireland fans back onside"
6 years, 4 months ago

Newly appointed Ireland manager Mick McCarthy says "It's my job to get Ireland fans back onside"

The Hindu  

Mick McCarthy took responsibility for winning over Republic of Ireland supporters at his first news conference after being appointed the national team's manager for the second time. McCarthy, who will be replaced by Stephen Kenny after the Euro 2020 finals, said he hoped to bring the atmosphere he experienced as a player and a manager at Lansdowne Road to Ireland's …

Mick McCarthy admits he will struggle to leave the Republic of Ireland job in 2020
6 years, 4 months ago

Mick McCarthy admits he will struggle to leave the Republic of Ireland job in 2020

Daily Mail  

Mick McCarthy says he has accepted his fate with Republic of Ireland after being served his notice even before his unveiling, but still he betrayed a slither of optimism that his tenure may yet extend beyond Euro 2020. 'Of course I thought I might get two terms - who doesn't want two terms, come on?,' said McCarthy, who led Ireland …

Mick McCarthy leads the race to replace Martin O'Neill as Republic of Ireland boss
6 years, 4 months ago

Mick McCarthy leads the race to replace Martin O'Neill as Republic of Ireland boss

Daily Mail  

Mick McCarthy has emerged as the leading contender to replace Martin O'Neill as manager of the Republic of Ireland. The 59-year-old was the last manager to lead Ireland to a major tournament as the Barnsley-born boss was in charge when they reached the last 16 of the 2002 World Cup. Mick McCarthy is the leading contender to replace Martin O'Neill …

Martin O'Neill and Roy Keane leave Republic of Ireland roles
6 years, 4 months ago

Martin O'Neill and Roy Keane leave Republic of Ireland roles

Daily Mail  

Martin O'Neill and Roy Keane have been sacked by Republic of Ireland after after five years in charge. Roy Keane and Martin O'Neill have both left their roles with the Republic of Ireland O'Neill looks dejected on the touchline as his side drew 0-0 against Denmark on Monday A fan calls for O'Neill to leave his role as manager following …

Roy Keane showcases his passing skills as Republic of Ireland train ahead of Austria World Cup qualifier
8 years, 4 months ago

Roy Keane showcases his passing skills as Republic of Ireland train ahead of Austria World Cup qualifier

Daily Mail  

He hasn't represented his country for over a decade but Roy Keane showed he's still got it on Wednesday. The Republic of Ireland assistant manager took part in their training session as they gear up for their upcoming World Cup qualifier away to Austria on Saturday. Roy Keane enjoyed a throwback moment as he took part in training on Wednesday …

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